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Writer:
Philippe Muyl (writer)
Release Date:
18 December 2002 (France) more
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They still make great movies! more (13 total)
Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Michel Serrault | ... | Julien |
 | Claire Bouanich | ... | Elsa |
| Nade Dieu | ... | Isabelle |
| Jacques Bouanich | ... | Sébastien's Father |
| Jerry Lucas | ... | Sébastien |
| Aurélie Meriel | ... | Amie d'Isabelle |
| Gérard Maillet | ... | SDF |
| Françoise Dubois | ... | Femme de la cabine téléphonique |
| Françoise Michaud | ... | Cafe Waitress |
| Hélène Hily | ... | Marguerite, the Concierge |
| Idwig Stephane | ... | Entomologist |
| Fabien Béhar | ||
| Pierre Poirot | ... | Police Commissioner |
| Magali Bonat | ... | Vendeuse magasin de sport |
| Francis Frappat | ... | Geometrician |
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The Butterfly (International: English title) (UK) (USA)
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85 min | Canada:83 min | Argentina:84 min
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1.85 : 1 more
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Germany:o.Al. (f) | South Korea:All | Argentina:13 | Finland:K-7 | France:U | Singapore:PG | Sweden:Btl | Switzerland:7 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:7 (canton of Vaud)
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L'Hymne A L'Amour more
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This movie is just what movies are supposed to be about, about people, their interaction, the way they evolve as a result... life. Add to that great dialogue, good acting and a great photography and you got a movie that should be on the top 20 list of anyone looking for real movies.
The fact that the underlying storyline has already been brought several times to the big screen, with the same dexterity or not, does not detract from the fact that this film combines all its elements in a mix that positions it above the crowd. Serrault's movies might not all have been of this quality, but in recent years he has certainly managed to bring us several movies where the humane aspect of his characters prevail.
Do not start looking for logical explanations for certain elements of the movie, do not psychoanalyse it and try to find faults... this movie is just like life itself, sometimes logical, sometimes illogical, often random. Just watch, enjoy and get carried away by the witty dialogue. Despite all the adversities one might encounter, it's those little things - how insignificant they may be - that make it worthwhile and helps everyone become the unique individuals we are.
This is a sincere movie suitable for the whole family that manages to stay out of the tear-jerker or kiddy movie categories. Special mention also for the soundtrack! If you liked this you might also want to check out The Malabar Princess.