This extraordinary picture should win the Academy Award

Rating: 10/10 (23 February 1999)

Life is Beautiful is a true masterpiece, depicting what family, love, and hope really is. Joshua, Dora, and the beloved Guido, have a wonderful and intimate relationship, and one that will never be torn apart. As a 15 year old, this movie moved me and helped me reflect upon Judaism and made me proud. Benigni directed this movie beautifully, combining a comedic beginning with a dramatic, sorrowful, yet hopeful ending. The scene with Guido translating German was gorgeous, and had the theater laughing tremendously. Joshua is a skilled young actor, and Dora plays a great role as well. This was a pleasant movie, Rova!!!