Movie Club: Amélie

[Lizzie]

May's movie is:

Amélie



Amélie is a 2001 romantic comedy. The film is a whimsical depiction of contemporary Parisian life, set in Montmartre. It tells the story of a shy waitress, played by Audrey Tautou, who decides to change the lives of those around her for the better, while struggling with her own isolation.

I've never seen it, so I'm really looking forward to watching and discussing! Hope you can all join in!

First question:

If you haven't seen the movie before, what are your first impressions from the trailer/summary?

I think the movie looks sweet and funny. It does seem pretty whimsical. I am looking forward to seeing Paris!

[Beck]

I've seen it and I didn't like it at all But it is my dad's favourite movie, I'll give it another go.

[Bre]

I've seen it a few times and love it. I might just have to buy it now to re-watch it. ;D

[Nico]

I have never seen it, doesn't look bad from the trailer .

[Loz]

I saw it back when it came out and i don't remember much. At all. I'll see if anyone i know owns it.

[Lizzie]

Excellent, looks like this could be a good choice! Shall we try to get started on Monday, or is that not enough time?

[Beck]

I won't be able to watch it this weekend but I will grab it from the video store Monday. You can start whenever

[Beck]

The video store didn't have it I will try again next week but otherwise I'll have to get dad to bring it up when he comes here in a couple of weeks. I didn't like the movie so I don't want to buy it, but I will watch it!

[Lizzie]

Anyone else? I am going to watch it tonight, I think. Or maybe today if I don't have work!

[Nico]

I will rent it from Netflix, we already have couple Dvd's from them due out to us tomorrow though so probably won't see Amelie until the weekend(ish) .

[Beck]

Dad is bringing his copy up for me this weekend, will watch it then.

Anyone actually watched it and got a review to give?

[Bre]

I haven't re-watched it yet, but I wrote this last year when I was making a top 40 films of the decade list. This was number seven. I wrote:

"Amelie is such a free spirited movie and character that nobody can resist. The cinematographic elements (especially the vivid colors) and feel good story make Amelie one of the best love stories of the decade. Everything about Amelie’s emotions is contagious and you can’t help but love her and the film!"

But I'll buy it and re-watch it to see if my opinion has changed at all.

[Lizzie]

I like your summary a lot, Bre! I think I'll watch it today.