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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
In Finland this was named: "Mama, there's a white man in your bed!" as one of Juliette's children says in the movie. A nice twist that makes you wonder, what the movie is about.
I saw this on TV and was later very happy to find the video about these unexpected lovers, Romuald and Juliette. Romuald is a real yuppie, a director of Blanlait-company that makes yoghurt and is aiming to conquer new international markets. Juliette is an African cleaning-woman in the same company - and when she moves around unseen by 'important people' and empties the waste baskets, she stumbles on the office plots, which escape the director entirely, as he is being busy and powerful. And then one day everything seems to go wrong and Romuald works late to find out, what really happened...
Juliette comes in and suddenly asks, why he doesn't contact one of his employees. "Because he's in Lyon", Romuald answers politely but arrogantly. "People aren't always where you think they are", Juliette says. She asks him to call the man at his home in Paris and dictate to the answering machine: "I know everything, it has all come out" and in less than 15 minutes the man would come. And he should also call home, because her wife isn't there. And she leaves - and finally he calls. Juliette was right...
So starts this coalition: Romuald asks Juliette about everything, about his own secretary, money laundering, poisoning at the factory and so on - and lives in the run down apartement of Juliette and her children - all with different fathers. He hides from problems and acts like a polite but selfish hotel guest. Until he leaves to take back his place in the Blanlait company and his family. And realizes, he's in love with Juliette - who in turn has had enough of him. Romuald must win her over.
Daniel Auteuil (Romuald) is really charming in this movie, his haircut is by the way very becoming. He doesn't look this good in most of his movies. And Firmine Richard is delightful - as are the children. I've seen this over and over again, it is a really nice movie, it believes in people and goodness though shows people as flawed as they are - cheating wives and husbands, selfish children and plotting business men. If you're down and you can't think of a sure pick-me-up, this is it.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
I fell in love watching this film with a girl, and now she's my wife! Magnifique, but let's have the original name back. And for that matter, let's get some reprints of the video, or even better, a release on DVD, as we can't find a new copy anywhere!
one of the funniest most unknown feel-good films out there!
one of the funniest most unknown feel-good films out there!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
This is such a magnificent film. I saw it on english TV almost a decade ago and I still remember that feelgood factor.
Its so great to know that there are films that don't rely on sex, violence and special effects. Who needs that when you've got a great storyline, great actors and direction.
Hollywood has a lot to learn about making great films. They seem to only know how to make big bucks.
Hopefully this title'll become available in the UK eventually. I think I'd even buy a DVD player especially for this should it ever get DVD release.
The name change though, I didn't even know it had been changed for the American market till I saw it here on Amazon. Why oh why?
Did the americans rename Amelie to "Honey, I sent the gnome"?
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
MDavis
The product was received timely and in the stated condition. Would order from them again. Thank you!
Published on April 8, 2010 by M. Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
worth the wait!!!!!!!
seen this movie years ago. in the usa it was titled romauld and julliette. it is funny and so romantic. Definitely a chick movie. Read more
Published on March 24, 2010 by nurse
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great movie but one little thing...
I stumbled on this movie and really like it. I think it's clever, sends a message. Basically I agree with everything everyone here says but one thing I did notice... Read more
Published on January 15, 2009 by ohsnapiam56
5.0 out of 5 stars
Starts as suspense, ends as romance
When I saw this film for a film class years ago, it was called "Romauld et Juliette" and it had subtitles. Read more
Published on December 7, 2005 by C. Robinson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful gem
This is one of my favourite films. I laughed, I cried -- you get the point. A touching romantic comedy that keeps you at each moment and twist. Read more
Published on October 28, 2004 by Christopher Curry
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of my newest favorite films!
A funny film! I really love the leads in this film. Daniel Auteuil is great, as always! He's got a great body of work and this comedy doesn't taint but adds to the shine of his... Read more
Published on May 20, 2004 by Mr. Wynn
3.0 out of 5 stars
Watch the movie, but please pay attention...
The first time I saw this movie, I thought it was quite good. However, something bothered me but I wouldn't quite put my finger on it. Then I watched it again. Voilá! Read more
Published on October 13, 2001
5.0 out of 5 stars
A DELIGHTFUL COMEDY
This movie touched my heart and it will touch yours too. I have no doubt that it will soon become one of your favorites as well. It's wonderfully written, directed and acted. Read more
Published on August 23, 2001 by Marie Bigaud
5.0 out of 5 stars
"MAID IN FRANCE"
and please folks let's not ruin this one with a local remake.. [There was that whisper way back].
What a charming fable about a French cleaning lady not only saving the bosses... Read more
Published on August 2, 2001
5.0 out of 5 stars
My very favourite film ever
There is something so entirely heartwarming, but in less sentimental way than Hollywood. It is funny and lovely
Published on July 11, 2001 by Gm Cameron
