I got some theater gift certificates a few weeks ago (awesome gift idea) and had read a very favorable review of the French film "Amelie", which I had already been curious about due to the trailer. Add to this the fact that it is another film from Jeunet ("Delicatessen" and "City of Lost Children") and I couldn't resist going to see it.
This film has now moved to the top of my favorite films list and I'll get the DVD the minute it comes out so I can watch it over and over. I couldn't stop smiling once the film had finished and I wanted to stay and watch it over again right away. What a treat!
The characters are all utterly fantastic and quirky and interesting. The cinematography is dreamy and gorgeous and makes me want to go to Paris. The situations are humorous and imaginative. And the lead, played by Audrey Tatou, well, she just nails it with her naivete, fantasies, and her charming good looks.
You will most definitely enjoy this film experience so rush out and see it today.