Cinema Paradiso (1988)

A filmmaker named Salvatore recalls his childhood in a post-WWII town in Southern Italy. Known as Toto, he develops a strong love for cinema and befriends Alfredo, the cinema's projectionist. Despite facing challenges and tragedies, including the cinema burning down and Alfredo losing his sight, Salvatore continues to pursue his passion for film. Eventually, he falls in love with a girl named Elena, but their relationship faces obstacles. Salvatore becomes a successful filmmaker and reunites with Elena after Alfredo's death. They confront their past and go their separate ways.