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Cinema Paradiso (1988)
A
celebration of youth, friendship, and the everlasting
magic of the movies.
Director: Giuseppe Tornatore, rated PG
  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.
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Dad's Preview:
It is impossible for me to explain this Italian cinematic feat without 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 the lad's love affair with a beautiful
girl from his hometown named Elena. This
film's
ending is epically emotional, and I tear up just thinking about.
It is one of cinema's most powerful moments. |
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Les Films
Ariane, RAI, TF1, Cristaldi Film,
Forum Picture;
Titanus,
Ariane Dist.
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