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Cinema Paradiso

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“A story to discover beyond the familiar shortlist. Read the synopsis, give it a chance, and bring your take back to the pool.”

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Synopsis

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.

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ronaninmayo · 22 Oct 2026, 23:08 UTC

A boost for Cinema Paradiso. I like the idea of letting the pool steer me away from the same familiar choices.

eimearreads · 23 Oct 2026, 12:08 UTC

Ronan, that is a good way of choosing. I tend to match the pick to the evening as well.

oisin.mccarthy · 23 Oct 2026, 03:08 UTC

Cinema Paradiso is one I am weighing up. This would be a good change of pace from the things currently at the top of my list.

darragh_oconnor · 23 Oct 2026, 17:08 UTC

Oisin, fair point. There is room for something a bit different in the next six.

grainne.burke · 23 Oct 2026, 07:08 UTC

For anyone considering Cinema Paradiso: A little more variety in the shortlist is always welcome. Glad this is in the pool.