In what way does the film Cinema Paradiso discuss issues of film culture and film spectatorship? Is this film culturally specific (revealing elements specific to Italy) or Universal (addressing themes that we call all relate to regardless of culture)?

In at least 500 words and referencing one primary source (film review, artist interview, reference to promotional materials), one secondary source (journal article) and your textbook discuss the following:

In what way does the film Cinema Paradiso discuss issues of film culture and film spectatorship?  Is this film culturally specific (revealing elements specific to Italy) or Universal (addressing themes that we call all relate to regardless of culture)?

Make sure to support your argument by citing the aforementioned research both in in-text or footnote citations and in a works cited page.  Also remember to give specific examples from the film to illustrate your discussion.  Also, do not forget to complete and save this assignment as a word document or PDF just in case of upload error.