PhiloCinema Paradiso (1988)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.5
Overview
A filmmaker recalls his childhood, when he fell in love with the movies at his village's theater and formed a deep friendship with the theater's projectionist.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Philo
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Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Negative
Overview
A filmmaker recalls his childhood, when he fell in love with the movies at his village's theater and formed a deep friendship with the theater's projectionist.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film focuses on universal, apolitical themes of memory, nostalgia, mentorship, and the power of cinema, rather than engaging with specific political ideologies or societal critiques. Its core subject matter and the personal nature of its problem/solution framework position it as neutral.
The film features traditional casting that accurately reflects its mid-20th century Sicilian setting, without any intentional diversity initiatives. Its narrative is a nostalgic personal story that does not engage with or critique traditional identities, nor does it explicitly incorporate DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays the institutional Catholic Church, primarily through the character of Father Adelfio, as a restrictive force that censors artistic expression and limits personal freedom. While the church is an integral part of the community, its moral authority is depicted as an obstacle to the full experience of life and art.
Cinema Paradiso does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on heterosexual relationships, friendship, and the love of cinema, resulting in no depiction of queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Cinema Paradiso is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. All characters were created for this film, meaning there is no prior canonical gender to compare against. Therefore, no gender swaps occurred.
Cinema Paradiso is an original film with no prior source material or established characters. All characters were created for this film, thus precluding any possibility of a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.5
8.4
Critic Ratings
9.0
8.0
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