# Cinema Paradiso (1988)

> A celebrated Sicilian projectionist mentors a restless boy whose love of movies becomes both his escape from home and his lifelong bond with the past.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6231

## Facts

- Runtime: 124 min
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
- Cast: Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Marco Leonardi, Salvatore Cascio, Agnese Nano, Antonella Attili, Pupella Maggio, Brigitte Fossey
- TMDB rating: 8.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095765/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: nostalgic, wistful, warm, rainy day, reflective movie night

## Synopsis

A nostalgic journey through the magic of cinema and the bonds of friendship.

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