Cinema Paradiso (1988)
Original title: Nuovo Cinema Paradiso
Cinema Paradiso is a 1988 Italian-language drama movie directed by Giuseppe Tornatore, with a running time of 2h 4m. It stars Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin and Marco Leonardi.
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.
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What is Cinema Paradiso about?
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.
When was Cinema Paradiso released?
Cinema Paradiso was released on 17 November 1988.
How long is Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso runs 2h 4m.
Who made Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
Where can I watch Cinema Paradiso?
Cinema Paradiso is available on Hoopla, Kanopy, Amazon, AppleTV and Fandango at Home.
Where to watch Cinema Paradiso
Rent: Amazon, AppleTV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Fandango at Home
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Cast
- Philippe Noiret as Alfredo
- Jacques Perrin as Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (adult)
- Marco Leonardi as Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (teen)
- Salvatore Cascio as Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (child)
- Agnese Nano as Elena Mendola (teen) / Elena's daughter (in Director's cut)
- Antonella Attili as Maria Di Vita (young)
- Pupella Maggio as Maria Di Vita (aged)
- Enzo Cannavale as Spaccafico
- Isa Danieli as Anna
- Leo Gullotta as Ignazio, usher
- Leopoldo Trieste as Father Adelfio
- Tano Cimarosa as Fabbro, blacksmith