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Release Date:
4 February 1952 (Denmark) moreTagline:
What a joy! It's M-G-M's Technicolor musical!Plot:
Jerry Mulligan, a struggling American painter in Paris, is "discovered" by an influential heiress with an interest in more than Jerry's art... more | add synopsisAwards:
Won 6 Oscars. Another 3 wins & 7 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(7 articles)
Blu-Ray Review: Pair of Oscar-Winning Musicals Tap to HD Beat (From HollywoodChicago.com. 6 April 2009, 9:49 AM, PDT)
Oscar Nominee Foch Dies After Falling Ill At University
(From WENN. 7 December 2008, 5:39 PM, PST)
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The best of the best! moreCast
(Complete credited cast)| Gene Kelly | ... | Jerry Mulligan | |
| Leslie Caron | ... | Lise Bouvier | |
| Oscar Levant | ... | Adam Cook | |
| Georges Guétary | ... | Henri Baurel (as Georges Guetary) | |
| Nina Foch | ... | Milo Roberts | |
| The American In Paris Ballet | ... | Ballet Dancers |
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Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
113 minCountry:
USAColor:
Color (Technicolor)Aspect Ratio:
1.37 : 1 moreSound Mix:
Mono (Western Electric Sound System)Certification:
Portugal:M/6 | West Germany:12 | New Zealand:G | Canada:G (video rating) | USA:Passed (National Board of Review) | Argentina:Atp | Australia:G | Australia:PG (alternate rating) | Chile:TE | Finland:S | Peru:PT | Sweden:Btl | USA:Approved (certificate #14898) | UK:UFilming Locations:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios - 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA moreFun Stuff
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Despite the objections of Gene Kelly who wanted to shoot on location in Paris, the movie was shot at MGM Studios in California, on 44 sets built for the film. It was reportedly difficult for the studio to secure travel arrangements or locations for shooting. Two shots in the picture are from Paris, but they don't involve Kelly. moreGoofs:
Continuity: When Kelly meets Nina Foch in the street art market, the shadow cast by the wall jumps across the pavement from shot to shot until it is four feet wide, in the space of a moment or two in the story. moreQuotes:
[first lines]Jerry Mulligan: This is Paris, and I'm an American who lives here. My name is Jerry Mulligan, and I'm an ex G.I. In 1945 when the army told me to find my own job, I stayed on. And I'll tell you why: I'm a painter, and all my life that's all I've ever wanted to do.
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Our Love Is Here To Stay moreFAQ
A Note Regarding SpoilersIs this movie based on a novel?
Any recommendations for other movies with Gene Kelly?
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Timeless musical gem, with Gene Kelly in top form, stylish direction by Vincente Minnelli, and wonderful musical numbers. It is great entertainment from start to finish, one of those films that people watch with a smile and say "they don't make 'em like they used to!" But they never did quite make them like this. The climactic 25 minute musical sequence without any dialogue is among the most beautiful in film history. Movie magic, clearly derived from the heart and soul of everyone involved. A must see!