
Nuovo Cinema Paradiso
1988, Drama, 2h 3m
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critics consensus
Cinema Paradiso is a life-affirming ode to the power of youth, nostalgia, and the the movies themselves. Read critic reviews
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Movie Info
Young Salvatore Di Vita (Salvatore Cascio) discovers the perfect escape from life in his war-torn Sicilian village: the Cinema Paradiso movie house, where projectionist Alfredo (Philippe Noiret) instills in the boy a deep love of films. When Salvatore grows up, falls in love with a beautiful local girl (Agnese Nano) and takes over as the Paradiso's projectionist, Alfredo must convince Salvatore to leave his small town and pursue his passion for filmmaking.
Cast & Crew
Salvatore Cascio
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Child
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Child
Philippe Noiret
Alfredo
Alfredo
Marco Leonardi
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Teenager
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Teenager
Jacques Perrin
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Adult
Salvatore 'Toto' Di Vita - Adult
Agnese Nano
Elena Mendola
Elena Mendola
Leopoldo Trieste
Father Adelfio
Father Adelfio
Critic Reviews for Nuovo Cinema Paradiso
Audience Reviews for Nuovo Cinema Paradiso
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Apr 16, 2013Paradiso is gorgeous film making. A true love story of cinema and how the appeal of an old theatre and its projectionist have on a budding movie lover.John B Super Reviewer
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Mar 09, 2013"Cinema Paradiso" is a charming drama about friendship, childhood and the magic of cinema. Philippe Noiret and Salvatore Cascio are the standout performers; they have excellent chemistry during the first hour, which is the film's best part. After that, their friendship is put on hold for a good forty minutes while a sluggish romantic subplot takes center stage. While the romance is touching, it's nowhere near as interesting as the relationship between the two main characters. But even though its greatness is diminished by this, "Cinema Paradiso" is a fantastical experience worth any film lover's time.Stephen E Super Reviewer
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Dec 30, 2012(For the original, shorter cut)Louis R Super Reviewer
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Dec 02, 2012A filmmaker's film made with love and appreciation for the art, Cinema Paradiso is a beautiful piece of cinema that's unforgettable!paul o Super Reviewer
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