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Thursday, March 3, 2011

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg is a French musical that was nominated for five Academy Awards including best original song and best screenplay. If it's not on your classic quirky list then it should be. The film centers around two young lovers, a store keeper and a mechanic, and their quest to stay together despite their different social standings.


The movie poster is adorable. It makes you want to watch it right away...

5 comments:

  1. If you love Jacques Demy's beautiful film version of "Umbrellas" make sure you don't miss the new stage version now playing in London's West End at the Gielgud Theatrre.

    The stage version is being presented by Kneehigh Theatre who are acclaimed for their productions of "Brief Encounter" & "The Red Shoes" the latter of which is also playing in London through March.

    More info on the West End production at www.umbrellasofcherbourg.com

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  2. Thanks for the info. I checked out the site and the play looks fun.

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  3. The Umbrellas of Cherbourg film is one of my favorite classics. It was masterfully done with a great storyline. No wonder it won an Academy Award for best screenplay.

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