Life Is Beautiful(1997)
“An unforgettable fable that proves love, family and imagination conquer all.”
Overview
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
Studio
Mario e Vittorio Cecchi Gori - C.E.I.A.D.
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$230M
Cast
Roberto Benigni
as Guido
Nicoletta Braschi
as Dora
Giorgio Cantarini
as Giosué
Giustino Durano
as Zio
Sergio Bini Bustric
as Ferruccio
Marisa Paredes
as Dora's Mother
Horst Buchholz
as Doctor Lessing
Lidia Alfonsi
as Mrs. Guicciardini
Giuliana Lojodice
as School Principal
Amerigo Fontani
as Rodolfo
Pietro De Silva
as Bartolomeo
Francesco Guzzo
as Vittorino
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1997
Runtime
1h 56m
Language
English
Rating
8.4 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$230M
Production Companies
Mario e Vittorio Cecchi Gori - C.E.I.A.D. • Melampo Cinematografica
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Life Is Beautiful?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Life Is Beautiful (1997).
What is Life Is Beautiful about?▼
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.
Who directed Life Is Beautiful?▼
Life Is Beautiful was directed by Roberto Benigni and released in 1997. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is Life Is Beautiful?▼
Life Is Beautiful has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
Who stars in Life Is Beautiful?▼
The cast of Life Is Beautiful includes Roberto Benigni as Guido, Nicoletta Braschi as Dora, Giorgio Cantarini as Giosué, Giustino Durano as Zio, Sergio Bini Bustric as Ferruccio and more.
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