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Cinema Paradiso

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Cinema Paradiso

1. At the point of the films conclusion, one can really see how this one instrumental good can change the lives for Salvatore, Alfredo and for the entire community of Giancaldo.

The fact that Salvatore had such respect for Alfredo really made it emotional at the end of the movie. Ever since Salvatore left his home to pursue his dream, it was clear that there was still something missing in his life. His attachment to Giancaldo never left his mind. One was able to see this by how he sent his family money every month since he was gone. Even though he didn't call, or visit, it was his only way to show that they were still in his mind. Being away from his home, and being as successful as he is now he forgot how it was to be in love. His detachment from his home was critical; I feel that being away from Giancaldo for so long, only made him realize his love and passion towards his family and the sense of community.

Alfredo had a big impact on Salvador's life. I felt that, throughout the years Alfredo had seen the passion that Salvatore had for film, and because of they close friendship, Alfredo wanted to see him succeed. Making Salvatore promise not to come back and visit, didn't make much sense to me, I can see that Alfredo wanted him to pursue his dream, but at the same time he made him disconnect from the life that he was living. At the end of the film I really appreciated the relationship that Alfredo and Salvatore had with each other. Alfredo saw this young troubled boy with such curiosity, and it was Alfredo who chose to teach him, and be the father he never had. Being such an important figure in Salvatore's life, he had the right to worry about him not turning out to be alone and unsuccessful like Alfredo.

Cinema Paradiso was a pinnacle part for all the lives of the people who lived in Giancaldo. Not only was the theatre a great source of entertainment, but it was a place of togetherness. Even though it was a...