Life Is Beautiful

October 1998

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Synopsis

An inspired motion-picture masterpiece, LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL was nominated in 1998 for 7 Academy Awards® -- winning 3 Oscars®, including one for Best Actor Roberto Benigni. In this extraordinary tale, Guido (Benigni) -- a charming but bumbling waiter who's gifted with a colorful imagination and an irresistible sense of humor -- has won the heart of the woman he loves and created a beautiful life for his young family. But then, that life is threatened by World War II...and Guido must rely on those very same strengths to save his beloved wife and son from an unthinkable fate! Honored with an overwhelming level of critical acclaim, this truly exceptional, utterly unique achievement will lift your spirits and capture your heart!

Reviews

4.8

133 total

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Chiara C

Amazing!!! It was pure genius to be able to put a comedic spin on the worst possible situation. He was always able to convince his son that all was well no matter what. This film was an emotional roller coaster. It's certainly not a comedy but it is a true masterpiece and one of the finest movies I've ever seen.

Abby Novak

Outstanding 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 This may be one of the best films ever made. I've never seen a movie with such a balance of hysterical comedy and serious drama. Roberto Benigni totally deserved his Oscars. People on this ps have said such positive things about him and this film. Mr. Benigni had a lot of guts to make this film, and there's not another film like it. He handled both the comedy and drama aspects beautifully. I loved the beautiful cinematography, scenery, and the characters. This movie is magnificent in every way. Don't miss.

RICHARD D'MONTE

A film worth watching again and again. A man, by his sacrifice making life worth living for his wife and son, inspite of the wickedness of the nazis during the holocaust and the suffering they go through. Loved Roberto's acting in this film.

Brandy Lee

touching movie A father gives his life for his son it was so sad but I loved it sooooooooo much

Amy Deng

Humorous while Touching We watched this movie as part of WW2 unit, and it is very amazing.

A Google User

Life is Beautiful The most loving and beautiful movie you will ever see!!!!!

User reviews

Chiara C June 24, 2014

Abby Novak June 11, 2014

RICHARD D'MONTE August 29, 2014

Brandy Lee May 11, 2014

touching movie A father gives his life for his son it was so sad but I loved it sooooooooo much

Amy Deng April 26, 2014

Humorous while Touching We watched this movie as part of WW2 unit, and it is very amazing.

A Google User April 12, 2014

Life is Beautiful The most loving and beautiful movie you will ever see!!!!!

Mikayla star June 28, 2013

Classic This movie is in my collection of all time greats, Like scarface,Bronx tale, the godfather, a must have movie, also loved Jonny toothpick or in italian its called (Gianni stecchino) I think I spelled it right.. A guy from New York

Maria Jimenez May 29, 2013

Favorite movie! !!! I love this movie its one of my favorite movies... this movie is realistic and funny but also touching to see

Nathalie Nunez September 18, 2014

BUENISIMA! Esta movie la mire con mi papa cuando era nina, me dejo tanto!! Es una excelente pelicula q nos ensena q a pesar d las situaciones dificiles la vida es bella!!

Claudia Guzmán May 15, 2013

Wow fantastic Hermosa película la recomiendo

Erick Diaz December 13, 2013

Classic Incredible

Cristobal Ruiz June 26, 2014

Marvelous film This is a classic movie of all times.

Christina Morales October 2, 2013

Beautiful I would not have this movoe under comedy, their is nothing funny about the holocaust. But it is overall a good movie.

Nathan Parrish October 10, 2014

Life is beautiful, and so is this movie

Kit LeVencenzio November 16, 2013

Favorite This is my favorite movie. I do not understand why it is listed as comedy. I wish they would correct that when listing it in the store.

Dennis Roy August 15, 2014

My favourite movie ever. .....

Anthony spennato December 28, 2013

Awesome Wish they had the Italian version...great movie!!

Jorge Muñoz April 18, 2014

I LOVE IT. So beutiful I like it.

Tiffany Kohnen March 27, 2014

So inspiring Highly recommended.

June Spring December 6, 2013

Tear Jerker Im abt to cry right now and i haven't watched it yet. Omg this movie is something special

Cast and credits

Actors	Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi, Giorgio Cantarini, Giustino Durano
Producers	Gianluigi Braschi, Elda Ferri
Director	Roberto Benigni
Writers	Roberto Benigni, Vincenzo Cerami

Additional information

Audio language

Italian (Stereo)

Subtitles

English

Rental period

Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.

Info cards

Enabled

Run time

116 minutes

Rating

PG-13

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