HAI KU by Nelma Ward

Synopsis of a movie in two sentences:

CINEMA PARADISO

A small boy growing up in Italy in the ‘50’s becomes entranced by films, particularly by the old projectionist at the village cinema, who befriends him and nurtures the interest.

He grows up to become a famous producer in the USA, returning to Italy on the death of his mother, and relives his childhood and youthful romance, whilst visiting the now burnt out cinema where the old projectionist died, and in the process revitalising his love of the medium.

HAI KU

Childhood obsession

Burning death of love and spool

Now will live anew

Nelma Ward ©