Few musicals have so a great script. Watching this movie is totally an experience, like living a real one. But in colors and wide screen. And with an end that leaves you thinking. Watch the movie, have it if possible, and watch it several times. You will know the story, but the music is great and enjoyable. The first time I saw it I enjoyed the plot, and scratched my head. The second time, I enjoyed the music and the dancing (both great!). Now I saw it for the third time and I didn't have to turn the captions on. I focused on the actors, their ways, the French, the places and manners. Well, never, not once, I was disappointed. In spite of being a musical, it is a movie that lives life and gives ideas. Highly recommendable.