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Marcel Pagnol's Marseilles Trilogy was adapted into a Broadway musical in the mid-'50s; a few years later, that show's producer, Joshua Logan, turned it into a film... without the songs. Although it pales in comparison to the French trilogy, Fanny captures the original's bittersweet mix of romance and regret. Curiously, it retains the slightly stagy quality of an adapted musical. Charles Boyer and Maurice Chevalier revel in their juicy autumnal roles, and--thanks to Logan's fondness for rapturous close-ups--Leslie Caron never looked more beautiful. Harold Rome's Broadway score plays underneath many scenes (without the lyrics, that is), but what gives the movie its lilt is the color photography by the great Jack Cardiff. The Marseilles waterfront, where Boyer's café is scenically located, becomes a wonderfully bustling backdrop for the funny/sad story. Fanny was nominated for five Oscars®, including best picture, but seems mostly forgotten today, and ready for rediscovery by romantics. --Robert Horton
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Finally its coming to DVD,
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This review is from: Fanny (DVD)
I'm so happy that this precious gem of a movie is coming to dvd and in it's widescreen presentation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
"...to see the isles beneath the wind...",
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The story opens amid the noisy fish stalls and bars of Marseille, where we meet 18-year old Fanny (Leslie Caron) who has been in love with Marius (Horst Buchholz) all her life. He loves her, too, but has always dreamed of running away on a sailing ship. The night before he is to leave, he and Fanny profess their love for each other. Will he stay with her or go to sea?What a wonderful movie! I loved it as a teenager and was very surprised to find I love it more now. The story moves slowly and we get to know and care for the colorful characters of the bustling waterfront, especially Marius' father (played by Charles Boyer) and his wealthy friend (played by Maurice Chevalier in an Oscar-worthy performance that will break your heart). Caron is a lovely Fanny and Buchholz's Marius is dreamy and full of angst; their love spans many years and we see them grow up and mature. At the end they are both sadder and wiser and you'll be reaching for the tissues. The strong bonds of love and respect from family and friends make this a heartwarming story. The location photography is beautiful and the romantic soundtrack is unforgettable. Highly recommended.
4.0 out of 5 stars
The DVD transfer is truly what it deserved!,
By Bob "TV Show Lover" (Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Fanny (DVD)
I had to go buy this movie on DVD when it came out and boy the DVD transfer is fantastic!
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