Cinema Paradiso

The criticism of Cinema Paradiso has produced both praise and censure for its depth, originality and production. While critics’ views varied, a common thread remained central. There was a sheer adoration for the film as a nostalgic tribute to the medium it represents. This paper will explore the critical analysis of Giuseppe Tornatore’s work and how it is linked to the information gathered from Italian Cinema 103 Summer Term in Italy held by Drew University. …

…symbolic of the film industry as a whole . Its importance as a focal point of entertainment seems to be a universal pastime. Thus, its place in film history may be seen as a tribute to an era of innocence and simplicity, prior to the age of current film technology. Cinema Paradiso historically signifies the glory days of the film industry, Tornatore represents film as a great part of culture and wonderful part of growing up.