With the absolutely horrendous and tragic events that happened in Paris over the weekend I thought I would put some focus on 7 incredible films (some of them all time favourites of mine) which are set or have a very big link to Paris in the film. It is an incredible city which I was lucky to visit on a school trip but did not fully appreciate all of the culture and buildings at 15 years old, I am sure I would appreciate it all a lot more now. The key thing about Paris by the films I have picked seems to be romance.
Casablanca – Review
One of my all time favourite films which gets better with each viewing. As I type this I am actually sat with a vest on that says “We’ll always have Paris”. They had an incredible time in Paris and even though it ends in heartbreak for Rick that was their special place with amazing memories.
Mrs ‘Arris Goes to Paris – Review
An absolute hidden gem as I doubt many people have experienced the brilliant Angela Lansbury as she saves up her savings for years to be able to head to Paris to buy a Dior dress. Not only that though as she ends up spending a bit of time and explores a few places whilst on her visit.
French Kiss
When her fiancé suddenly leaves her for a French woman Kate is not going to put up with that as she travels from Canada to try to win her man back. Little did she know the man she was sat with on the plane would change everything. So fantastic scenes as she constantly misses the Eiffel Tower.
Before Sunset – Review
After an incredible night in Vienna, nine years later the pair meet again in a book store in Paris and they realise that they still have that very strong connection and spark. Even though those nine years had passed nothing had really changed between them.
Midnight in Paris – Review
Considering I am not a massive Owen Wilson fan I totally fell in love with this film, showing that Paris is an incredible place to be. Although I know you can’t really travel back in time but this does show how beautiful the city is at night.
Moulin Rouge
A musical with some very well-known songs and a very tragic romance which is all set in the very famous Paris club the Moulin Rouge. That school trip I mentioned? Some how we ended up just over the road from the place, I don’t think that was planned though.
The Aristocats
Had to include this animated Disney film, as it does have a few special inside jokes with a friend. All set in Paris which is very good to see as only a couple of animated films (that I know of) are set in Paris. Not forgetting that it gets into the differences in class and how unimportant it can really be.
What films do you love about or with links to Paris?
My thoughts go out to everyone who was involved in the terrible attacks at this very difficult time.
Paris was just so dreadful, so horrific. I’ve been wondering about doing a post for it, but haven’t known what to say.
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That’s why I ended up putting this one together as thought it focused on more good than the evil that did it all. Hope it doesn’t appear in bad taste at all, as did hesitate posting it. Those films quickly came into my mind this morning thinking about it though.
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People won’t think that. Everyone is thinking of different ways to show how much they care about Paris and what it is representing right now.
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It’s just so scary to what might happen next 😦
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Great post!
Thought you’d put Ratatouille on the list.
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I’ve never actually seen it (I did know it was in Paris though)
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Great way to pay tribute. Some others I’m fond of:
Girlhood
A Cat in Paris (animated)
The 400 Blows
Amour
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I’ll have to check those out 🙂
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What a beautiful way to salute the City of Light! This is awesome!
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Thanks, what are your favourites?
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This is lovely, I love films set in Paris and your list is fantastic, I would add: Amelie, Une Femme Est Une Femme (and the entire French New Wave) & An American in Paris
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Thanks for adding your own favourites. I have tried to watch Amelie before but didn’t manage to get into it. I really feel like I need to watch An American in Paris as well!
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Amelie is hit or miss with a lot of people 🙂 I am a visual person so Jeunet really resonates with me. but An American in Paris is grand, now I want to see it again, too.
I normally don’t self promote on other people’s action, but if you are into French Films, you should check out the roster for my France on Film Blogathon I have a stellar event lined up for January. 🙂
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I will check that out! I have seen that a cinema not far from where I live is showing the French Film Festival 🙂
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Okay good, you included Before Sunset.
What about Inglorious Basterds, showing occupied Paris?
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Ah never even thought about that! Really didn’t enjoy that film though so possibly a reason it didn’t come straight to mind
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Great list!!!! I almost forgot about Moulin Rouge–how could I though!?
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Haha I will let you off with that one 😉 but pleased this post helped remind you!
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You pretty much nailed 3 of my faves that links to Paris 😉 Some other ones might be Hugo, Amelie and Ratatouille 🙂
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I need to watch those three that you mentioned! I have started watching Amelie but couldn’t get into it. Hugo I saw the start off but it was on very late haha.
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