With Peter Dinklage in the lead role - a polished and refined, dramatic actor - this had to be at least an interesting movie. The trailer opened the story and immediately my interest was piqued. Reminiscent of Steve Martin's 'Roxanne' and with a villain from the 'Moulin Rouge' playbook, I pressed play and sat back.
Opening teasingly within Roxanne's, (the love interest), dressing room, the period was set around the 17th century with all its fashionable glamour and brilliance. Played by Haley Bennet, a seductive and mischievous Roxanne must marry to secure wealth or face the reality of insolvency.
Suddenly a musical number reveals itself. Subtle story-telling with wonderful, natural voices and stunning dances that occasionally take centre stage.
Enter Cyrano de Bergerac, a historical figure of the 1600's, a master swordsman who espouses magic in his eloquent poetry and speech. He is more than a man except he is a little person in stature.
He seeks the love of Roxanne but will not reveal his feelings; they are best friends, confidents. She reveals she has fallen for a new, handsome soldier in Cyrano's army and asks his support to flirt with him.
What this movie brings together are excellent actors, stunning performances, dazzling costumes, live sets, (filmed in Italy) and magical elements of song, dance and commanding literature.
If you are a fan of Peter Dinklage, this is a must-see. If you love creative musical plays, this has just the right amount. And if you have a soft spot for romance, this is just perfect with the odd tear or two.
This is a masterpiece of theatre and film.
Opening teasingly within Roxanne's, (the love interest), dressing room, the period was set around the 17th century with all its fashionable glamour and brilliance. Played by Haley Bennet, a seductive and mischievous Roxanne must marry to secure wealth or face the reality of insolvency.
Suddenly a musical number reveals itself. Subtle story-telling with wonderful, natural voices and stunning dances that occasionally take centre stage.
Enter Cyrano de Bergerac, a historical figure of the 1600's, a master swordsman who espouses magic in his eloquent poetry and speech. He is more than a man except he is a little person in stature.
He seeks the love of Roxanne but will not reveal his feelings; they are best friends, confidents. She reveals she has fallen for a new, handsome soldier in Cyrano's army and asks his support to flirt with him.
What this movie brings together are excellent actors, stunning performances, dazzling costumes, live sets, (filmed in Italy) and magical elements of song, dance and commanding literature.
If you are a fan of Peter Dinklage, this is a must-see. If you love creative musical plays, this has just the right amount. And if you have a soft spot for romance, this is just perfect with the odd tear or two.
This is a masterpiece of theatre and film.
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