
Film
Cinema Paradiso
1988· PG· 2h 4m· Drama· Romance
“An enchanted village. A wonderful friendship. Star-crossed lovers. And the magic of the movies.”
Cinema Paradiso (1988) is a nostalgic evocation of childhood wonder through the lens of a filmmaker’s recollections. Set in a Sicilian village, the film explores the profound bond between a young cinephile and the aging projectionist who nurtures his passion. Through the flicker of celluloid and the hushed darkness of the cinema, the film captures the transformative power of cinema and the enduring impact of a mentor's guidance on a young artist’s soul.
1988-11-17
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Key Crew
DirectorGiuseppe Tornatore
WriterVanna Paoli
ScreenplayGiuseppe Tornatore
ProducerFranco Cristaldi
Director of PhotographyBlasco Giurato
Original Music ComposerEnnio Morricone
EditorMario Morra
Full cast & crew (30 cast · 26 crew)
Details
Released1988-11-17
Runtime2h 4m · PG
StatusReleased
StudiosCristaldifilm · Les Films Ariane · Rai 3
Budget$5M
Box office$36M
LanguagesItalian
CountriesItaly · France
Rating8.4/10 · 4853 votes
Original languageit
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