Pinocchio

In a Tuscan village, a lonely woodcarver named Geppetto crafts a puppet named Pinocchio. To Geppetto's astonishment, the puppet magically comes to life. Pinocchio embarks on a series of misadventures filled with fantastical creatures and morally dubious characters as he struggles to learn the difference between right and wrong, hoping to become a real boy.

Matteo Garrone's adaptation of Carlo Collodi's classic tale received generally positive reviews, praised for its dark, fairytale-like atmosphere, impressive visual effects, and faithful yet unique interpretation of the source material. While some found the pacing a bit slow, many critics lauded its artistic vision and Roberto Benigni's performance as Geppetto.

• A visually striking and atmospheric rendition of the classic story.

• Praised for its faithfulness to the darker elements of Collodi's original novel.

• Roberto Benigni's portrayal of Geppetto is a standout performance.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's enchanting visuals and its faithful, often darker, take on the beloved fairy tale. Many found the performances compelling and the overall tone magical, though some felt the narrative occasionally meandered.

Nominated for several David di Donatello Awards, including Best Director and Best Cinematography.

The film's director, Matteo Garrone, opted for practical effects and prosthetics for Pinocchio's puppet-like features rather than relying heavily on CGI, aiming for a more tangible and eerie look.