| Cinema Paradiso (1988),
				Director: Giuseppe Tornatore, rated PG A 
						celebration of youth, friendship, and the everlasting 
						magic of the movies. 
				
				  Starring: 
				Phillippe Noiret, Salvatore Cascio, Marco Leonardi, Agnese Nano, 
				Antonella Attili, Enzo Cannavale 
				DML Rating: 
				★★★★★★★★★★ 
				- perfect 
				"Whatever you end up 
				doing, love it. The way you loved the projection booth 
				when you 
				were a young squirt." - Alfredo 
				Why watch this? This 
				single film, more than any other, explains why I love movies. 
				Plot Summary: This 
				story follows Salvatore, a celebrated film director, who returns 
				to his Sicilian hometown for the funeral of his childhood mentor 
				and friend, Alfredo. The film is told through a flashbacks, 
				reflecting on Salvatore's youth and his bond with Alfredo, the 
				projectionist at the local cinema. Through their shared love for 
				movies and the lessons Alfredo imparts, Salvatore finds guidance 
				and inspiration that shapes his path to becoming a filmmaker. Dad's Preview: 
				It is impossible for me to explain this film with getting 
				emotional. This wonderful film traverses through time and 
				tragedy, with "moving pictures" as a constant backdrop for 
				everything that happens during the boy's journey to adulthood. 
				Especially poignant is his love affair with the beautiful Elena. This 
				powerful film's 
				ending is incredibly emotional, and I tear up just thinking about. 
						 Les Films 
						Ariane, RAI, TF1, Cristaldi Film, Forum Picture; Titanus, 
						Ariane Dist.
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