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The Artist

  • 20112011
  • 1212
  • 1h 40min
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
235K
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POPULARITY
4,056
346
  • Cast & crew
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Bérénice Bejo and Jean Dujardin in The Artist (2011)
Hollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.
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ComedyDramaRomance

An egomaniacal film star develops a relationship with a young dancer against the backdrop of Hollywood's silent era.An egomaniacal film star develops a relationship with a young dancer against the backdrop of Hollywood's silent era.An egomaniacal film star develops a relationship with a young dancer against the backdrop of Hollywood's silent era.

IMDb RATING
7.9/10
235K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
4,056
346
  • Director
    • Michel Hazanavicius
  • Writer
    • Michel Hazanavicius
  • Stars
    • Jean Dujardin
    • Bérénice Bejo
    • John Goodman
Top credits
  • Director
    • Michel Hazanavicius
  • Writer
    • Michel Hazanavicius
  • Stars
    • Jean Dujardin
    • Bérénice Bejo
    • John Goodman
  • See more at IMDbPro
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 708User reviews
    • 596Critic reviews
    • 89Metascore
  • See production, box office & company info
    • Won 5 Oscars
      • 162 wins & 204 nominations total

    Videos8

    TV Spot
    Trailer 0:31
    TV Spot
    Official Version
    Trailer 2:26
    Official Version
    First Trailer
    Trailer 2:26
    First Trailer
    Uggie, Toto, & Award-Winning Movie Dogs
    Clip 3:31
    Uggie, Toto, & Award-Winning Movie Dogs
    "Screen Dance"
    Clip 0:49
    "Screen Dance"
    "Taking Bows"
    Clip 1:01
    "Taking Bows"
    "Breakfast Table"
    Clip 0:45
    "Breakfast Table"
    The Artist: International Trailer
    Clip 2:28
    The Artist: International Trailer

    Photos145

    Malcolm McDowell and Bérénice Bejo in The Artist (2011)
    Penelope Ann Miller in The Artist (2011)
    Jean Dujardin and Missi Pyle in The Artist (2011)
    Bérénice Bejo in The Artist (2011)
    John Goodman and Bob Glouberman in The Artist (2011)
    Michel Hazanavicius in The Artist (2011)
    Bérénice Bejo and Jean Dujardin in The Artist (2011)
    Jean Dujardin in The Artist (2011)
    Uggie at an event for The Artist (2011)
    Lassie and Uggie at an event for The Artist (2011)
    Omar Von Muller and Uggie at an event for The Artist (2011)
    Uggie at an event for The Artist (2011)

    Top cast

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    Jean Dujardin
    Jean Dujardin
    • George Valentinas George Valentin
    Bérénice Bejo
    Bérénice Bejo
    • Peppy Milleras Peppy Miller
    John Goodman
    John Goodman
    • Al Zimmeras Al Zimmer
    James Cromwell
    James Cromwell
    • Cliftonas Clifton
    Penelope Ann Miller
    Penelope Ann Miller
    • Dorisas Doris
    Missi Pyle
    Missi Pyle
    • Constanceas Constance
    Beth Grant
    Beth Grant
    • Peppy's Maidas Peppy's Maid
    Ed Lauter
    Ed Lauter
    • Peppy's Butleras Peppy's Butler
    Joel Murray
    Joel Murray
    • Policeman Fireas Policeman Fire
    Elizabeth Tulloch
    Elizabeth Tulloch
    • Normaas Norma
    • (as Bitsie Tulloch)
    Ken Davitian
    Ken Davitian
    • Pawnbrokeras Pawnbroker
    Malcolm McDowell
    Malcolm McDowell
    • The Butleras The Butler
    Basil Hoffman
    Basil Hoffman
    • Auctioneeras Auctioneer
    Bill Fagerbakke
    Bill Fagerbakke
    • Policeman Tuxedoas Policeman Tuxedo
    Nina Siemaszko
    Nina Siemaszko
    • Admiring Womanas Admiring Woman
    • (as Nina Siemazko)
    Stephen Mendillo
    Stephen Mendillo
    • Set Assistantas Set Assistant
    Dash Pomerantz
    Dash Pomerantz
    • Peppy's Boyfriendas Peppy's Boyfriend
    Beau Nelson
    • Peppy's Boyfriendas Peppy's Boyfriend
    • Director
      • Michel Hazanavicius
    • Writer
      • Michel Hazanavicius
    • All cast & crew
    See production, box office, & company info

    Storyline

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    Outside a movie premiere, enthusiastic fan Peppy Miller literally bumps into the swashbuckling hero of the silent film, George Valentin. The star reacts graciously and Peppy plants a kiss on his cheek as they are surrounded by photographers. The headlines demand: "Who's That Girl?" and Peppy is inspired to audition for a dancing bit-part at the studio. However as Peppy slowly rises through the industry, the introduction of talking-pictures turns Valentin's world upside-down. —L. Hamre
    homageshowbiz comedy1920ssilent filmmovie studio234 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
      • Romance
    • Certificate
      • 12
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Jean Dujardin and Bérénice Bejo rehearsed the climactic dance sequence for five months, practicing almost every day in the same studio that Debbie Reynolds and Gene Kelly used to rehearse for Singin' in the Rain (1952). "It was really hard," remembers Bejo, "and even now when I look at the movie I can't believe how fast we're doing it. Sometimes it's like my feet still hurt."
    • Goofs
      Women's fashions changed a great deal from 1927 to 1932; however, Peppy's wardrobe appears to remain in 1927. By 1932, hems were mid-calf and waistlines were at the natural waist.
    • Quotes

      Doris: I'm unhappy.

      George Valentin: So are millions of us.

    • Crazy credits
      The opening credits are styled after the style of opening used in the 1920s and 1930s, complete with technical credits shown the way they would have been then.
    • Connections
      Featured in Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.18 (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Estancia OP.8
      (Alberto Ginastera))

      Conducted by Ernst van Tiel (as Ernst Van Tiel)

      Performed by Brussels Philharmonic (as Brussels Philharmonic - The Orchestra of Flanders)

      ©Boosey & Hawkes c/o Editions Durand/Universal

      (p) 2011 La Petite Reine

      Courtesy of Universal Music Vision

    User reviews708

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    A unabashed love letter to Hollywoodland
    This is a treat. Charismatic leads with chemistry and talent, in a love story that plays as a pitch perfect homage to vintage Hollywood features, whilst never tipping over into parody, and that's no mean feat. The period detail is outstanding: film stocks, tints, (heck even the frame weave), captions and montage are all on the money.

    There's an evocative score, an imaginative use of silence, wonderful locations and costume. All rounded off by a top notch cast which includes a brilliant dog. Dujardin is every inch the charming 20's star and Bejo is sassy, surefooted and gorgeous. Go see this people. They do make 'em like they used to!
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    • Oct 22, 2011

    FAQ3

    • To whom is the film dedicated?
    • Why didn't George Valentin make talkies?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 24, 2011 (Netherlands)
    • Countries of origin
      • France
      • Belgium
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Facebook (Germany)
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Beauty Spot
    • Filming locations
      • Bradbury Building - 304 S. Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Studio 37
      • La Petite Reine
      • La Classe Américaine
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $15,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $44,671,682
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $204,878
      • Nov 27, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $133,432,856
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 40min
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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