Although this movie makes it into my top ten musicals, it isn't because of Audrey Hepburn or her acting or her lip-synching or her very bad accent. I'm not one to bemoan what could have been, but, as mentioned previously, Julie Andrews would have made this film into a thing of perfection instead of something that almost was. Rex Harrison wanted Andrews cast instead of Hepburn, leaving me to wonder if the chemistry between he and Andrews would have been more intense and thus more credible. Further, also as mentioned previously, the original London cast recordings demonstrate the enthusiasm and creativity that motivated "My Fair Lady" in the early days...enthusiasm and creativity that seemed to wane a bit by the time the movie rolled around (possibly a result of the mis-cast leading lady).
I will say that the movie, while not a perfect thing, is a perfectly good thing. Rex Harrison carries the film very well, and is well-balanced by strong supporting actors. Further, the set design is flawless and the costumes are exquisite. Finally, Audrey Hepburn doesn't ruin the movie, and is actually, to be honest, sometimes quite charming in Julie Andrew's shadow.
I will say that the movie, while not a perfect thing, is a perfectly good thing. Rex Harrison carries the film very well, and is well-balanced by strong supporting actors. Further, the set design is flawless and the costumes are exquisite. Finally, Audrey Hepburn doesn't ruin the movie, and is actually, to be honest, sometimes quite charming in Julie Andrew's shadow.