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Title: Casanova (2005)
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Heath Ledger | ... | Casanova | |
| Sienna Miller | ... | Francesca | |
| Jeremy Irons | ... | Pucci | |
| Oliver Platt | ... | Paprizzio | |
| Lena Olin | ... | Andrea | |
| Omid Djalili | ... | Lupo | |
| Stephen Greif | ... | Donato | |
| Ken Stott | ... | Dalfonso | |
| Helen McCrory | ... | Casanova's Mother | |
| Leigh Lawson | ... | Mother's Lover / Tito | |
| Tim McInnerny | ... | The Doge | |
| Charlie Cox | ... | Giovanni Bruni | |
| Natalie Dormer | ... | Victoria | |
| Phil Davis | ... | Guardi | |
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Paddy Ward | ... | Vittorio |
Casanova is in love with Francesca, who thinks he is a friend of himself even though he is engaged to Victoria, who is the love of Giovanni, Francesca's brother. Francesca is betrothed to Paprizzio who thinks Casanova is the feminist writer Guardi, who is really Francessca's nomme de plume. Amidst all these secret identities and misunderstandings, the Catholic Church sends Pucci to bring Casanova and Guardi to trial for heresy. Written by Ploy P.
'Casanova' is a funny Venecian comedy that has a good doze of romance, humour, drama and colour. Yes, the sets and costumes are pleasantly colourful. The art direction deserves credit. Even though the sets look theatrical, it fits with the presentation. The whimsical score adds energy. The editing is mostly good but the film does drag a little in the middle. In terms of story, there isn't anything new (which is the usual case with romantic comedies) and I would have liked to see the love blossom between Casanova and Francesca after they find out each other's identity and also how Casanova resists his 'urge' to be with other women in order to be faithful to Francesca. The dialogues are witty and amusing. Heath Ledger fits the part and effectively pulls off the title role. Sienna Miller is unrecognizable but still pretty. She may arguably be a little too young for the part but is still vivacious and her youth adds to the stubbornness of the character. Lena Olin has a graceful presence. Oliver Platt is hilarious. The romantic track between Paprizzio and Andrea is among the most endearing and funniest moments. Omid Djalili is great as the sidekick. Jeremy Irons is good too. 'Casanova' isn't pathbreaking cinema but it would make for a good date movie or a Sunday night/rainy day film. It's colorfully vibrant. It's funny. It's nice to look at.