One of the greatest of 1950s screen musicals is a happy collaboration between the grace and athleticism of Gene Kelly and colourful palette of Vincente Minnelli. An American G.I. lingers in Paris after the war to study painting and soon falls in love with Caron, an engaged mademoiselle, much to the chagrin of his romance-minded .. Read more
| Starring | Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Oscar Levant, Nina Foch |
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| Director | Vincente Minnelli |
| Genres | Music/Musical, Romance |
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One of the greatest of 1950s screen musicals is a happy collaboration between the grace and athleticism of Gene Kelly and colourful palette of Vincente Minnelli. An American G.I. lingers in Paris after the war to study painting and soon falls in love with Caron, an engaged mademoiselle, much to the chagrin of his romance-minded benefactress. Features a seventeen-minute, avant-garde ballet choreographed by Kelly to George Gershwin's unbeatable melodies. Academy Award Nominations: 8, including Best Director. Academy Awards: 6, including Best Picture, Best Story and Screenplay. Kelly won a special Oscar for his achievements.
| Starring | Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Oscar Levant, Nina Foch, Georges Guetary |
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| Director | Vincente Minnelli |
| Studio | WARNER HOME VIDEO |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 48 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Collections | American Film Institute's top 100, Best Picture Oscar Winners |
| Genres | Music/Musical, Romance |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 1951 To Rent: DVD: 06 Oct 2008 |
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Altogether delightful musical holiday, one of the highspots of the Hollywood genre, with infectious enthusiasm and an unexpected sense of the Paris that was.
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An American in Paris - sights, sounds and symphony
Though set years ago, An American in Paris, gives a great insight to Paris and its landmarks with stunning shots, great if you have never been or love the city... read more »
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Dated – even for me
I like musicals and I thought I liked Gene Kelly, but only from distant memories of seeing his films on TV when I was a little boy. Seeing this one again it ... read more »
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An American in Paris
Being a big Gene Kelly fan, it is so difficult to pick a favourite of his movies. Every time I watch one, that's my favourite, his Dancing is just out of ... read more »
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American in Paris
This is more of a nostalgia experience than anything I have recently come across. The enchanting music, the rythms and the colourful dance routines make this an... read more »
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