Life Is Beautiful (1997) – Filming Locations
Comedy, Drama · Directed by Roberto Benigni · Starring Roberto Benigni, Nicoletta Braschi
A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.
Where was Life Is Beautiful filmed?
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Various interior scenes and studio filming. The primary production facility where most interior scenes and controlled sequences were filmed.
- Arezzo, Italy, Arezzo – Town square scenes and street exteriors where Guido and his family live. The picturesque Tuscan town served as the main setting for the pre-war scenes establishing the characters' life and community.
- Montecatini Terme, Italy, Montecatini Terme – Hotel sequences and scenes depicting the elegant pre-war setting. This renowned spa town's elegant architecture provided the backdrop for scenes set in the luxury hotel.
- Umbria Region, Italy, Umbria – Rural landscapes and countryside scenes. The Umbrian countryside provided authentic Italian landscape backgrounds for establishing shots and rural scenes.