Trouble in Paradise - Criterion Collection
starring: Hooper Atchley, Tyler Brooke, Kay Francis, Robert Greig, Miriam Hopkins
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When thief gaston monescu meets his true love in pick-pocket lily they embark on a scam to rob lovely perfume executive mariette colet. But when gaston becomes romantically entagled with mariette their larcenous ruse is jeopardized & gaston is forced to choose between the two beautiful women.Studio: Image EntertainmentRelease Date: 01/07/2003Starring: Miriam Hopkins Herbert MarshallRun time: 82 minutesDirector: Ernst Lubitsch
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Trouble in Paradise is the supreme example of "the Lubitsch touch," that mastery of comic timing, diamond-cutter precision, and Continental sophistication that made Ernst Lubitsch a household name and the real star of every movie he directed. A pair of prodigiously talented, utterly charming scoundrels (Herbert Marshall, Miriam Hopkins) become personal assistants to an aristocratic Parisian widow (Kay Francis). Their target is her fortune, but she's such an elegant lady, and so agreeably smitten with her new right-hand man, that he's tempted to pursue a secondary objective. Marshall, Hopkins, and Francis aren't remembered as major stars, but in this enchanted moment they are sublime. Likewise the peerlessly pixilated Edward Everett Horton and Charlie Ruggles as the widow's stuffed-shirt suitors. Trouble in Paradise is one of the best comedies ever made. There's not a line, word, or pause that doesn't belong exactly where it is, when it is, as it is. --Richard T. Jameson
When thief gaston monescu meets his true love in pick-pocket lily they embark on a scam to rob lovely perfume executive mariette colet. But when gaston becomes romantically entagled with mariette their larcenous ruse is jeopardized & gaston is forced to choose between the two beautiful women.Studio: Image EntertainmentRelease Date: 01/07/2003Starring: Miriam Hopkins Herbert MarshallRun time: 82 minutesDirector: Ernst Lubitsch
Amazon.com:
Trouble in Paradise is the supreme example of "the Lubitsch touch," that mastery of comic timing, diamond-cutter precision, and Continental sophistication that made Ernst Lubitsch a household name and the real star of every movie he directed. A pair of prodigiously talented, utterly charming scoundrels (Herbert Marshall, Miriam Hopkins) become personal assistants to an aristocratic Parisian widow (Kay Francis). Their target is her fortune, but she's such an elegant lady, and so agreeably smitten with her new right-hand man, that he's tempted to pursue a secondary objective. Marshall, Hopkins, and Francis aren't remembered as major stars, but in this enchanted moment they are sublime. Likewise the peerlessly pixilated Edward Everett Horton and Charlie Ruggles as the widow's stuffed-shirt suitors. Trouble in Paradise is one of the best comedies ever made. There's not a line, word, or pause that doesn't belong exactly where it is, when it is, as it is. --Richard T. Jameson
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- Miriam Hopkins is adelight!
Ernst Lubitsch choose Miriam Hopkins for three starring roles in his films.He was fascinated by both her personality and talent.Betty Davis would later comment on her dislike of Miriam Hopkins, but would also talk of the great acting talent possessed by Miriam Hopkins.Kay Francis and Miriam Hopkins pair well together, and had done so earlier in the film 24 Hours.Kay accompanied Miriam to Reno, Nevada for her divorce from Director Anatol Litvak.They remained, unlike in this film, friends ... Read More
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- Funny and Action
This movie has a mix of comedy, adventure and love.A couple of robbers and a lot of funny troubles and emotion. I liked this movie too much.
Rating: - fine comedy with lots of action, drama and even some suspense
Trouble In Paradise is a well crafted comedy with action, some drama and a plot that will hold your attention all throughout the film. The casting was very well done and we get some amazing performances from Miriam Hopkins, Herbert Marshall and Kay Francis in particular. The choreography is superb; and the cinematography reflects good judgment. In addition, the quality of the print is rather good; there are only a few brief moments here and there when there was just a bit of cloudiness in the print. ... Read More
Rating: - not too much sugar, but a lot of flavor
i like my comedies as i like my desserts:not too much sugar but with a lot of flavors.trouble in paradise delivers just that plus that unmistakable "lighter than air" quality which characterizes all lubitsch movies.the famous lubitsch touch.
this is a movie made before the enforcement of the "morality" laden production code of 1935, and it shows.the movie is laced with sexual innuendo, with racy dialogues.you do feel the sexual tension between the main characters, it is evoked, ... Read More
Rating: - Enchanting comedy!
One of the most delightful movies I have seen.Sophisticated comedy of the sort that rarely appears nowadays.Vintage Ernst Lubitsch; terrific acting by Miriam Hopkins, Kay Francis, and Herbert J. Marshall in his salad days.Witty, naughty, and never vulgar -- produced just before the Hayes Code was enacted.Also, the most glorious gold evening dress, worn by Miriam Hopkins.I saw this movie on Netflix and bought it because I wanted to have a copy.
- Miriam Hopkins is adelight!Ernst Lubitsch choose Miriam Hopkins for three starring roles in his films.He was fascinated by both her personality and talent.Betty Davis would later comment on her dislike of Miriam Hopkins, but would also talk of the great acting talent possessed by Miriam Hopkins.Kay Francis and Miriam Hopkins pair well together, and had done so earlier in the film 24 Hours.Kay accompanied Miriam to Reno, Nevada for her divorce from Director Anatol Litvak.They remained, unlike in this film, friends ... Read More
- Funny and ActionThis movie has a mix of comedy, adventure and love.A couple of robbers and a lot of funny troubles and emotion. I liked this movie too much.
- fine comedy with lots of action, drama and even some suspenseTrouble In Paradise is a well crafted comedy with action, some drama and a plot that will hold your attention all throughout the film. The casting was very well done and we get some amazing performances from Miriam Hopkins, Herbert Marshall and Kay Francis in particular. The choreography is superb; and the cinematography reflects good judgment. In addition, the quality of the print is rather good; there are only a few brief moments here and there when there was just a bit of cloudiness in the print. ... Read More
- not too much sugar, but a lot of flavori like my comedies as i like my desserts:not too much sugar but with a lot of flavors.trouble in paradise delivers just that plus that unmistakable "lighter than air" quality which characterizes all lubitsch movies.the famous lubitsch touch.
this is a movie made before the enforcement of the "morality" laden production code of 1935, and it shows.the movie is laced with sexual innuendo, with racy dialogues.you do feel the sexual tension between the main characters, it is evoked, ... Read More
- Enchanting comedy!One of the most delightful movies I have seen.Sophisticated comedy of the sort that rarely appears nowadays.Vintage Ernst Lubitsch; terrific acting by Miriam Hopkins, Kay Francis, and Herbert J. Marshall in his salad days.Witty, naughty, and never vulgar -- produced just before the Hayes Code was enacted.Also, the most glorious gold evening dress, worn by Miriam Hopkins.I saw this movie on Netflix and bought it because I wanted to have a copy.
