Review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) by Luis Octavio G — 09 Nov 2010

One of the greatest films about ones love for film! A must see and own for any serious film enthusiast.

This review of Cinema Paradiso (1988) was written by Luis Octavio G on 09 Nov 2010.

Cinema Paradiso has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Jeffrey K (264) on 02 May 2016

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By Oliver W (202) on 15 Jul 2018

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By James Kendrick (1,607) for Q Network Film Desk (1,607) on 31 Mar 2017

That balance of the ideal and the tragic weaves all throughout Cinema Paradiso, which is epic in terms of the time frame it covers, but feels…

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By Bill K (506) on 17 Apr 2018

This is about as close to a PERFECT film as anything I've ever seen! It is just as superb as when I saw it in the theater in the 80's. Marvlous…

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By Kevin S (2,121) on 17 Aug 2016

Flat out, the most moving, enjoyable film I've evar seen…

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