The city of Paris has to it such a romantic and magical feel. Not only did a movie set in Paris sound great
but the cast of Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams along with many other amazing
talents sparked my interest further.
Woody Allen, director and writer of the film Midnight in Paris, did not disappoint.
The premise of the movie is an engaged couple Gil (Owen
Wilson) and Inez (Rachel McAdams) go to Paris to join Inez’s parents for a mini
vacation. While Gil is enchanted by the
city, his fiancé is less than dazzled and instead finds amusement with her
arrogant friends Paul (Michael Sheen) and Carol (Nina Arianda). At midnight
though, Gil is swept away into the 1920s, engrossed with famous writers,
painters, and people of that time.
The movie captures the audience’s imagination, transporting
them from one amazing scenery to another.
Owen Wilson performs wonderfully, making it easy to love his character
and sympathize with his hopes and agonies.
While it is so obvious that Gil and Inez are very different people, Owen
Wilson develops his character into a kind hearted dreamy guy, one cannot help
to love. Rachel McAdams does not
disappoint with her portrayal of Inez.
She effortlessly gives dimension to a character that seems to be all
surface in personality.
The best parts of the movie are based in 1920s, not because
of the setting but because of the actor’s ability to breathe life into
historical people long gone. Corey Stoll
who plays Ernest Hemingway delightfully surprised with his wonderful truthful
act. Another showstopper was Marion
Cotillard’s portrayal of Adriana.
Mysterious and glamorous, she flawlessly delivers an unforgettable performance.
The movie delivers everything an audience member could
expect. Love, hope, dreams, and even rain
in Paris are all present. This movie is
worth the time to watch.
