Cinema Paradiso

1988 · 2h 4m · Released

PG Drama, Romance

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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Giuseppe Tornatore Director

Philippe Noiret Alfredo

Jacques Perrin Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (adult)

Marco Leonardi Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (teen)

Salvatore Cascio Salvatore 'Totò' Di Vita (child)

Agnese Nano Elena Mendola (teen) / Elena's daughter (in Director's cut)

Antonella Attili Maria Di Vita (young)

Pupella Maggio Maria Di Vita (aged)

Brigitte Fossey Elena Mendola (adult)

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Where can I watch Cinema Paradiso?

Cinema Paradiso is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and MGM Plus in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

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.

Who stars in Cinema Paradiso?

Cinema Paradiso stars Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Marco Leonardi, Salvatore Cascio, and Agnese Nano.

When did Cinema Paradiso come out?

Cinema Paradiso was released in 1988.

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