Second Sunday Foreign Film: Cinema Paradiso

CINEMA PARADISO

Second Sunday Foreign Film returns to Grand Stafford Theater this December! Come join us Sunday, December 14th at 3 PM for an Italian film directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.

“Cinema Paradiso” is about a boy who grew up in a native Sicilian Village and returns home as a famous director after receiving news about the death of an old friend. The film is mainly played in a flashback as Salvatore reminiscences about his childhood and his relationship with Alfredo, a projectionist at Cinema Paradiso. Under the fatherly guidance of Alfredo, Salvatore begins to fall in love with film making. Salvatore learns the skills that become a stepping stone for his future career in the world of film making. The film shows the changes in cinema and the dying trade of traditional film making, editing and screening. A heartwarming story – perfect for the holiday season.

Tickets include movie and intermission treat provided.