Life Is Beautiful (1997)

Ceremony Year: 1999Category: Best DirectorReleased: 1997

Nominated Talent & Credits

Roberto Benigni— Roberto Benigni

Synopsis / 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.

Historical Academy Record

DIRECTING — 71st Academy Awards (1999)

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