Directed by Vincent Minelli, this film stars Leslie Caron as the encourageable GIGI (from the original novel "Colette"). Stars Louis Jourdan, Hermione Gingold and the great Maurice Chevalier. The backdrop is Maxim's. A young starlet also has a role in the film by the name of Eva Gabor. Costumes are amazing. Music and Lyrics by the amazing team of Lerner & Lowe. Only 2 other musicals are on par with "Gigi," and they are "Singin' in the Rain" and "The Wizard of Oz." "Gigi" won 9 Academy Awards in 1958, including "Best Picture."
To me, everything about this movie is stunningly beautiful! I never cease to be touched by this sweet, romantic, visually appealing masterpiece. It is as if early 20th century french impressionist paintings come to life, accompanied by wonderfully memorable songs. I don't think it could have been cast any better. It's not surprising that it won 9 academy awards. It probably will always be at the top of my favorites list for classic movie musicals. A film the entire family can enjoy.
If you like "My Fair Lady" and "The Sound of Music," you will love "Gigi." It's a fantastic film with great music set in 1900 Paris. It's a sweet story about a young man named Gaston, and how his platonic friendship with a girl named Gigi turns into love. Louis Jourdon is a exquisite actor, and together with the rest of the cast, including Leslie Caron and Maurice Chevalier, "Gigi" is simply beautiful.
I love this movie! They hardly ever make movies like this anymore. Firts of all it is a refreshing way to handle the subject of sex. It is about a young girl who does not give in to the norm in her family. All cast members are delightfully intertaining. The actors are all very talented and amusing. This is a musical and I love musicals! This movies keeps you interested from beginning to end. I recommend it highly!
excellent stars and drama
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