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La vita è bella

La vita è bella takes you on a journey with Guido, a charming, imaginative and joyful character who always finds the positive in dark times. As poignant as it is heartwarming, the film depicts the realities of life in Italy during World War II.

Please note: the film is shown in Italian with Dutch subtitles.

  • 28 August
  • 19:30
  • € 15.00
  • Adults

Practical information

Please note: the film is shown in Italian with Dutch subtitles.

You will be seated on the steps of the rooftop square. You may bring a cushion so that you can enjoy the film in comfort. The restaurant and bar will be open for snacks and drinks. The ticket price includes a serving of popcorn. Ticket sales open on 15 July.

La vita è bella (1997), 122 minutes.
Audio in Italian, subtitles in Dutch.

About the film

  • Watch the trailer

    Guido, the protagonist of the film, uses humour to shine a light in the most desolate of situations. After he and his son Giosuè are deported to a concentration camp, Guido uses his remarkable skills as a showman to shield his son from the horrors of camp life as much as he can.

  • La vita è bella

    La vita è bella depicts life in Italy during World War II and is an ode to the power of imagination. Directed by Roberto Benigni, this Oscar-winning classic presents a heartwarming yet poignant mix of comedy and tragedy.

Film on the roof

On 28, 29 and 30 August, NEMO’s newly renovated rooftop square will be transformed into an open-air cinema. Designed by architect Renzo Piano, this 'piazza' is the perfect backdrop to an Italian film weekend.