Cinema Paradiso
1988
****
Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
Cast: Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Antonella Attili, Pupella Maggio, Salvatore Cascio, Marco Leonardi, Agnese Nano
After World War II, the local movie house Cinema Paradiso is the focal point of the village of Giancaldo. The playful 8-year-old Salvatore is drawn to the movies and the man behind the scenes, projectionist Alfredo. This funny, warm-hearted, and nostalgic coming-of-age story is a moving tribute to the power of cinema. The characters are wonderfully drawn and portrayed. A lovely score by Ennio and Andrea Morricone. An Academy Award winner for best foreign language film.
