Julia Louis-Dreyfus "Could Barely Speak" After Seeing This War Masterpiece That Won 3 Oscars
This story continues to resonate with people around the world, proving that life's beauty often lies in our ability to find light in the darkest of times.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is known for her brilliant comedic work on Seinfeld and Veep, but she also has an impeccable taste in dramatic movies.
Julia Louis Dreyfus "Could Barely Speak" After Watching 'Life Is Beautiful'
When she chose her favorite films for Rotten Tomatoes, the actress included Life Is Beautiful, Roberto Benigni's Italian movie about the Holocaust that left her speechless.
Commenting on her choice, Julia Louis-Dreyfus admitted:
“I could barely speak after seeing that film. I was so moved by it. And again, actually, come to think of it, it's a very dramatic and comedic film all at once. It's a true mash-up.”
What Is 'Life Is Beautiful' About?
The Jewish-Italian waiter Guido Orefice meets Dora, a schoolteacher, and captivates her with his charm and humor. They eventually marry and have a son named Giosuè.
However, their happiness is cut short when the Nazis send them to concentration camps during another purge of the Jewish ghetto, separating Guido and Giosuè from Dora.
Determined to shield his son from the horrors of the camp, Guido convinces Giosuè that their time there is just a game.
'Life Is Beautiful' Is a Comedy About the Holocaust That Became an Oscar-Winning Masterpiece
Life Is Beautiful is a rare example of a movie that uses humor to explore one of the most tragic chapters in history. Directed, written, and starring Benigni, the film is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, resourcefulness, and parental love.
Inspired by the autobiography of Auschwitz survivor Rubino Romeo Salmonì and the story of his own father, Benigni took a risk by presenting the Holocaust through a comedic lens – and it paid off.
Life Is Beautiful won three Oscars, including Best Actor and Best Foreign Language Film, as well as the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Life Is Beautiful'?
-
Life Is Beautiful has 81% from critics and 96% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.
-
On IMDb, the movie has a score of 8.6/10.
-
On Letterboxd, Life Is Beautiful is scored 4.4/5.0.
Where to Watch 'Life Is Beautiful'?
You can buy or rent Life Is Beautiful on Amazon Prime Video.
