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Cinema Paradiso

PG 123min.
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Released on February 23, 1990
Cinema Paradiso offers a nostalgic look at films and the effect they have on a young boy who grows up in and around the title village movie theater in this Italian comedy drama that is based on the life and times of screenwriter/director Giuseppe ... Read More
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Salvatore Cascio Salvatore (Child)
Marco Leonardi Salvatore (Adolescent)
Jacques Perrin Salvatore (Adult)
Antonella Attili Maria (Young)
Pupella Maggio Older Maria
Agnese Nano Elena (Adolescent)
Brigitte Fossey Elena (Adult) [only in the director's cut]
Enzo Cannavale Spaccafico
July 03, 2012
pater72142
An homage to old movies. Makes me nostalgic for my childhood in France. Whe had no TV and movies were our entertainment and we loved them so. I can identify with the main character and the memories that come when I go back to France. Bittersweet memories. Love this movie. The music touches my heart strings.
November 26, 2011
culvul628
I have been a very big fan and devotee of Cinema Paradiso since my first viewing of it. I have seen it four times and will continue to do so periodically. It is one of the greatest films I have ever seen and one which has touched me totally.
October 28, 2011
louisastano4
Watch this movie at least once a year.. Was moved to tears and laughter. This movie will never be outdated... i put this film into the same cat as Now Voyager.... Enjoy!!
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