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Midnight in Paris (2011)

2011 • 1h 34m • Fantasy, Comedy • PG-13
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Filipe Manuel Neto on Midnight in Paris

8/10 · Aug 2, 2022

It’s truly wonderful; a heartfelt tribute to Paris. Woody Allen, with this movie, incorporates a love letter to Paris, a city he knows well and clearly feels great fondness for. Beyond the beauty of the location, particularly noticeable at the beginning, the story revisits the history and significance of the French city as a gathering place for artists and writers. The film gets off to a strong start, introducing us to an American couple who have come to Paris on their father’s business. From the outset, they seem somewhat odd: she appears quite flighty and gives the impression that she's doing him a significant favor by agreeing to marry him, and it's clear her parents disapprove of the match; meanwhile, the young man is an aspiring writer who has grown weary of writing Hollywood screenplays and wants to dedicate himself to his craft and remain in Paris—ideas met with scorn from his fiancée. However, things will shift when, following a disagreement, he walks back toward the hotel and unexpectedly encounters several famous artists and writers from the 1920s: Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, Picasso, Dali, Buñuel, Gertrude Stein, among others. Essentially, the film begins with a fairly standard romantic comedy setup and develops into a story where time travel occurs in a way that resembles a dream or an illusion. Owen Wilson delivers an exceptional performance in the leading role, providing one of his best serious portrayals, which is saying something. He’s believable and convincing. Marion Cotillard is equally enjoyable and sympathetic, bringing to life the character who complements Wilson's—a dreamer and idealist who would prefer to live within the pages of the past. She is intelligent, sensitive, beautiful, and appealing. Kathy Bates, Tom Hiddleston, Alisson Pill, Corey Stoll, and Marcial Di Fonzo have all portrayed a range of artists and writers, each fulfilling their roles with skill and attention. Rachel McAdams does well portraying her character, who is tiresome and irritating. The film’s technical aspects are flawless. The cinematography is exquisite, boasting ideal lighting, color, sharpness, and depth. The scenes showcasing the city are magnificent; it's easy to watch and wish it were all real. The sets are very good, as is the selection of filming locations, chosen with care and precision. Comedy is prominent throughout the film, with moments of genuine quality found in the dialogue and wordplay. The movie maintains a consistently good pace that keeps the audience engaged without feeling rushed or losing focus. Finally, praise should be given to the jazz soundtrack.

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