Cinema Paradiso
1988, Italian. Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
An enchanted village. A wonderful friendship. Star-crossed lovers. And the magic of the movies.
A filmmaker recalls his childhood, when he fell in love with the movies at his village's theater and formed a deep friendship with the theater's projectionist.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- U
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Cast & crew
- Giuseppe TornatoreDirector
- Philippe NoiretAlfredo
- Jacques PerrinSalvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (adult)
- Marco LeonardiSalvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (teen)
- Salvatore CascioSalvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (child)
- Agnese NanoElena Mendola (teen) / Elena's daughter (in Director's cut)
- Antonella AttiliMaria Di Vita (young)
- Pupella MaggioMaria Di Vita (aged)
- Brigitte FosseyElena Mendola (adult)
- Enzo CannavaleSpaccafico
- Isa DanieliAnna
- Leo GullottaIgnazio, usher
- Leopoldo TriesteFather Adelfio
Details
- Released
- 17 November 1988
- Original title
- Nuovo Cinema Paradiso
- Country
- Italy, France
- Written by
- Giuseppe Tornatore
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $36M
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Cinema Paradiso: quick answers
Is Cinema Paradiso worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.4/10 from 5,025 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Does Cinema Paradiso have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cinema Paradiso. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Cinema Paradiso suitable for kids?
Cinema Paradiso is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Where can I watch Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso is streaming on MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.
What movies are like Cinema Paradiso?
If you liked Cinema Paradiso, try Caught by a Wave, Restless, The Anonymous Venetian.
Who directed Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso (1988) was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore and stars Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Marco Leonardi.