An ultimate audio-visual feast

Elody 2022-02-07 14:45:34

The story of an American painter picking up girls, but the narrative angle has long been a problem, and the plot has become weaker after that. But this classic musical film has three selling points to make up for: the famous tunes of American composer George Gershwin, the vigorous dancing of the protagonist Gene Kelly, and the uncompromising performance of director Minnelli. Created fancy scenes and scheduling. An ultimate audio-visual feast. (4/06)

Winner of the Oscar for Best Film (1951) and five other awards, ranked 68th in the American Film Institute (AFI) 100 Best Films (1998 Edition). http://mcyiwenzhi.blogspot.com/2009/01/american-in-paris-1951.html

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An American in Paris quotes

  • Lise Bouvier: Jerry, if it means anything to you, I love you.

  • Milo Roberts: [after watching Jerry dismiss a young woman looking at his work] Do you mind if I have a look, or will you chew my head off too?

    Jerry Mulligan: No, you're all right.

    Milo Roberts: Oh, thank you.

    Jerry Mulligan: She's just one of those third year girls who gripe my liver.

    Milo Roberts: Third year girls?

    Jerry Mulligan: Yeah, you know, American college kids. They come over here to take their third year and lap up a little culture. They give me a swift pain.

    Milo Roberts: Why? They're harmless enough.

    Jerry Mulligan: They're officious and dull. They're always making profound observations they've overheard.