Joint-Best Movie I Have Ever Watched

Rating: 10/10 (20 January 2014)

I always say to my friends that the first movie they should watch is Schindler's List for anyone who understands the true meaning of it could never be a bad person. Today, I'd say that: friends, if you haven't watched Life is Beautiful, the next thing you should do is watch it as anyone who watches it will know the true beauty of life - that it is all on us to make our lives beautiful.
This movie has shaken me like no other. My perspective about life has changed after watching this movie. This may not be a biographical movie, but the lessons this movie has given me is priceless. By the end of the movie, you will be both in tears of sadness and smiling in joy at the same time - such is the power of the movie.
The movie is set during the World War II period surrounding a Jewish Italian man. This man, this character, will change the way you look at life. I never thought a serious War Drama movie could make one laugh, but because of the hilarious comedy scenes, this movie is it.
Even in dire times, like in the labour camps during that time, this man - Guido - could keep his sense of humour and optimistic approach. Roberto Benigni played the role and also directed the movie. He was so, so good, I can not express in words - no-one can. I can't possibly fathom how he played such a difficult role with so much ease. A truly deserving Oscar.
If you are going through a not-so-good period in life, then you have got to watch this movie - it will change your life forever. And if you are going through a period when you think life is beautiful, then you still got to watch this movie so that it will solidify your thoughts.
This is the joint-greatest movie I have watched along with Schindler's List. This movie, like Schindler's List, is beyond rating.