470. (20 Nov) Midnight in Paris (2011, Woody Allen) 54
There's clumsiness in both the film's key plot device and the way famous individuals who populated 1920's Paris are introduced. Though warmth and charm carry a handful of scenes, it's burdened by inobservant observances like no time period recognizing its own significance. Owen Wilson's character wants to take his chances with an entrancing young woman in the past rather than his clearly dreadful fiancee in the present; that sort of deck-stacking prevents the film from feeling romantic or insightful. There are also some smug moments like Wilson pitching a scenario to Luis Buñuel.
470. Midnight in Paris
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Labels:
2011,
Adrien Brody,
Alison Pill,
art direction,
director,
kathy bates,
Marion Cotillard,
Michael Sheen,
original screenplay,
Owen Wilson,
picture,
Rachel McAdams,
Woody Allen
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