Review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) by Chris S — 30 Mar 2013

Slumdog Millionaire + Italy - outrageous unrealism + movie child magic.

This review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) was written by Chris S on 30 Mar 2013.

Cinema Paradiso has generally received very positive reviews.

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