Cinema Paradiso

Synopsis of Cinema Paradiso

Cinema Paradiso is a bittersweet, Oscar-winning film directed by Giuseppe Tornatore that focuses on the profound effect cinema had on the inhabitants of a small Sicilian village. After receiving news of the death of his old friend Alfredo, a famous movie director returns to his home village after 30 years. In flashback, he recalls his fatherless childhood, his fascination with the films he saw at the local cinema, and his adventures with Alfredo, the cinema's projectionist. This Director's Cut edition features an extra 50 minutes of footage, offering a deeper look into this cinematic masterpiece.