

1997 • 1h 56m
84%
“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.
Comedy
Drama
Release Date
12/20/1997
Status
Released
Original Title
La vita è bella
Runtime
1h 56m
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$230,098,753
Language
IT
Production Companies
Mario e Vittorio Cecchi Gori - C.E.I.A.D.
Melampo Cinematografica