Life Is Beautiful

AN UNFORGETTABLE FABLE THAT PROVES LOVE, FAMILY AND IMAGINATION CONQUER ALL.

A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.

Director: Roberto Benigni
Cast: Roberto Benigni , Nicoletta Braschi , Giorgio Cantarini , Giustino Durano , Sergio Bini Bustric , Marisa Paredes , Horst Buchholz , Lidia Alfonsi , Giuliana Lojodice , Amerigo Fontani

Genres: Comedy , Drama

Release date: 1997-12-20

Rating: 8.44

Runtime: 116minutes

Budget: 20M

Revenue: 230M

Production Companies: Mario e Vittorio Cecchi Gori - C.E.I.A.D. , Melampo Cinematografica

Reviews:

  • Marisol Curry
    A fun, light-hearted movie that's perfect for a weekend watch. Not too deep, but enjoyable.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Madilynn Hobbs
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Emery McClure
    The soundtrack was the highlight of the film. Unfortunately, the rest of the movie fell flat.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Estella Ayers
    Not my cup of tea. The storyline was predictable and the characters lacked depth.
    Rating: 2

  • Anais Hunt
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5