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Synopsis: Set in a suburb of north-east Paris between December 1935 and July 1936 during the "revolutionary" period of the Popular Front (who introduced the first paid holidays and a shorter working week). Three unemployed performers decide to take over by force the music hall where they worked a few months earlier and stage a show there.

Starring: Gerard Jugnot, Clovis Cornillac

Supporting actors: Kad Merad, Nora Arnezedar, Pierre Richard, Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Maxence Perrin, Francois Morel, Elizabeth Vitali

Directed by: Christophe Barratier

Genre: Drama, Music, Romance

Runtime: 2 hours 1 minute

Release year: 2009

Studio: Sony Pictures Classics

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MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for some sexuality and nudity, violence and brief language

ASIN: B002SEECFA (Rental) and B002L5EBBQ (Purchase)

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Paris 36 DVD ~ G�rard Jugnot

4.5 out of 5 stars (14) $21.65

Theatrical Release Information

US Theatrical Release Date: April 03, 2009
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for some sexuality and nudity, violence and brief language
Production Company: Galatée Films, Pathé, Constantin Film Produktion, France 2 Cinéma, France 3 Cinéma, Logline Studios, Novo Arturo Films, Blue Screen Productions, Canal+, TPS Star, Banque Populaire Images 6, Eurimages, Centre National de la Cinématographie (CNC), Procirep, Programme MEDIA de la Communauté Européenne
Filming Locations: Prague Studios, Prague, Czech Republic

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5.0 out of 5 stars Parisian Pastiche!, August 22, 2009

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Grady Harp (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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PARIS 36 is a deliciously entertaining blend of history (WW II and the French reaction to the Nazis), of cabarets, French vaudeville, and the fracturing of families that occurred during times of stress - all costumed in a period piece that revives the year 1936 in Paris with gentle humor and sensitivity. It is as refreshing as anything to come on the screen in a long time. Writer/director Christophe Barratier (with Pierre Philippe adding the dialogue) serve up this confection with underscored aplomb and the result is delectable!

1936, and the streets of Paris are being decimated by the recession/depression of the times: workers are revolting (lead by the handsome young Milou - Clovis Cornillac), the small time theaters such as the Chansonia under the loving direction of Pigoil (Gérard Jugnot) are on hard times, and the 'big bosses' of the times are finding ways to take over small businesses. To make things worse, Pigoil's wife runs off with an entertainer, leaving Pigoil to survive unemployment with his beloved son - that son is soon reluctantly moved away to join his prosperous mother and new 'caretaker'. Into this sad turn of events comes a naive but wondrously winsome lass named Douce (Nora Arnezeder) who takes part in the revitalization of the Chansonia, supplying the meager audience with her growing talent while urging the public to applaud for a a loser of a nice guy performer - Jacky (Kad Merad). A little star is born. Somehow it all comes together despite innumerable setbacks, and in the end the people own their hearts and regain their pride.

It is a simple story, but told with a glow of Parisian bloom that dissipates the gloom of the times and creates a moment of nostalgia well worth remembering. For an evening of joy this is a must. In French with English subtitles. Grady Harp, August 09

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4.0 out of 5 stars Paris 36 -- Oolala!!!, August 15, 2009

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D. Hupp "Hup234" (Woodbridge, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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NOTE: This is a niche movie that will appeal mostly to those who enjoy an ensemble cast of lesser known actors & actresses, as well as those who are fans of vaudeville shows (popular mostly in the early part of the 20th century). It's a musical drama with more pathos than comedy, but it has its humorous moments & a romantic subplot to lighten the more serious plot elements.

What I liked the most about it is the human drama of a separated father and young son, played by Gerard Jugnot & Maxence Perrin, respectively. It is the main dramatic subplot that gives additional emotional depth to the main plot -- the life, death, & "resurrection" of the local music hall, known as CHANSONIA, located in the Faubourg suburb of Paris.

Incidentally Jugnot & Perrin appeared together in LES CHORISTES (also directed by Christophe Barratier), with Jugnot in the role of the music teacher & Perrin one of his young music students. Kad Merad, who plays the role of Jacky the aspiring stage performer in this film also performed with Jugnot & Perrin in LES CHORISTES. These 3 plus Clovis Cornillac, who plays the role of lighting technician and social activist form the nucleus of those who work long hours to produce and perform for the locals at CHANSONIA during pre-World War II France.

There's plenty to enjoy in this little known production, and one of the brightest surprises is the debut screen performance of young Nora Arnezeder. Arguably, she steals the show; she seems a natural for the big screen, with a joie de vivre that is infectious and an expressive face that accentuates the beauty and appeal of her pretty face.

If you're looking for a film that will take you back to an earlier time when music halls were the main entertainment for the middle and lower classes, this is one to see.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful surprise, June 1, 2009

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I saw this movie at a preview just a few days after the death of a close family member. When I saw the clip, I knew I had to go. What a delight! Obviously, Christophe had a clear vision, one of joy and pathos, and quite unique. His production of old Paris drew me into its world immediately. To add to the delight, the director and his leading lady were present at the preview, and were an equal pleasure. In these difficult days, it was wonderful to see a movie of real spirit with its own quirky reality. No Hollywood formula or pandering here. See it and be charmed.

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