Breakfast at Tiffany's (Special Aniversary Collector's Edition)
starring: Stanley Adams, Elvia Allman, Martin Balsam, Dick Crockett, Buddy Ebsen
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Studio: Paramount Home VideoRelease Date: 01/16/2007
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No film better utilizes Audrey Hepburn's flighty charm and svelte beauty than this romantic adaptation of Truman Capote's novella. Hepburn's urban sophisticate Holly Golightly, an enchanting neurotic living off the gifts of gentlemen, is a bewitching figure in designer dresses and costume jewelry. George Peppard is her upstairs neighbor, a struggling writer and "kept" man financed by a steely older woman (Patricia Neal). His growing friendship with the lonely Holly soon turns to love and threatens the delicate balance of both of their compromised lives. Taking liberties with Capote's bittersweet story, director Blake Edwards and screenwriter George Axelrod turn New York into a city of lovers and create a poignant portrait of Holly, a frustrated romantic with a secret past and a hidden vulnerability. Composer Henry Mancini earned Oscars for the hit song "Moon River" and his tastefully romantic score. The only sour note in the whole film is Mickey Rooney's demeaning performance as the apartment's Japanese manager, an offensively overdone stereotype even in 1961. The rest of the film has weathered the decades well. Edwards's elegant yet light touch, Axelrod's generous screenplay, and Hepburn's mix of knowing experience and naiveté combine to create one of the great screen romances and a refined slice of high society bohemian chic. --Sean Axmaker
Studio: Paramount Home VideoRelease Date: 01/16/2007
Amazon.com essential video:
No film better utilizes Audrey Hepburn's flighty charm and svelte beauty than this romantic adaptation of Truman Capote's novella. Hepburn's urban sophisticate Holly Golightly, an enchanting neurotic living off the gifts of gentlemen, is a bewitching figure in designer dresses and costume jewelry. George Peppard is her upstairs neighbor, a struggling writer and "kept" man financed by a steely older woman (Patricia Neal). His growing friendship with the lonely Holly soon turns to love and threatens the delicate balance of both of their compromised lives. Taking liberties with Capote's bittersweet story, director Blake Edwards and screenwriter George Axelrod turn New York into a city of lovers and create a poignant portrait of Holly, a frustrated romantic with a secret past and a hidden vulnerability. Composer Henry Mancini earned Oscars for the hit song "Moon River" and his tastefully romantic score. The only sour note in the whole film is Mickey Rooney's demeaning performance as the apartment's Japanese manager, an offensively overdone stereotype even in 1961. The rest of the film has weathered the decades well. Edwards's elegant yet light touch, Axelrod's generous screenplay, and Hepburn's mix of knowing experience and naiveté combine to create one of the great screen romances and a refined slice of high society bohemian chic. --Sean Axmaker
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-a totally enchanting urban fairy tale
Forget about Capote's cynical novella and enjoy what a couple of master Hollywood craftsmen (Edwards and Axelrod) spin from it. It is pure 24 k Romantic gold. There has never been a more perfect date movie.
Hepburn was never more radiantly beautiful than in 61. And Peppard is quite a piece of male eye candy. Together they are the perfect Upper East Side New York dysfunctional couple: Physicalperfection and infantile neurosis wrapped up in onebeautiful Tiffany Blue box of a movie.
Rating: 
- Why is "Breakfast at Tiffany's" so loved by people who also think it's a let-down?
In my view, a lot of people reflexively label director Blake Edwards's "Breakfast at Tiffany's" a "classic" -- because of just two things -- Audrey Hepburn's appearance, which is indeed iconic -- and the sensational melodic power of "Moon River."
I think it's a classic too.But it's also a let-down.
The film has a spectacular beginning and a spectacular ending.But without "Moon River" -- and without the star power of adorable Audrey -- there isn't much else to propel ... Read More
Rating: 
- Overrated
The movie is a classic, just a bad one. It's been a while since I've seen it, but the other reviews really helped jog my memory. The movie wasshallow and contrived. The main character of a movie should be liked by the audience, but Holly failed to catch my attention or respect. Her unhappiness and lack of self confidence is no excuse for her selfishness. I might have given this move a 3 star if not for the hype. The over the top praise this movie has recieved is unbelievable! I can't help being disappointed ... Read More
Rating: - Breakfast at Tiffany's
It's the classic opening scene of a timeless romantic comedy that many would recognize, Audrey Hepburn gets out of a big yellow taxi cab, while Henry Mancini's Moon River plays in the background, in a long elegant black evening gown with her diamond tiara, fabulously large pearl necklace and elbow length black gloves, she walks to the Tiffany's store window to look at the gorgeous jewelry and chandeliers all while enjoying a croissant and a cup of coffee then heading home after a night on the town.In the film ... Read More
Rating: - There's such a lot of world to see
Audrey Hepburn had a lot of memorable, glamorous roles as highly individual, sensitive young women.
But her most iconic turn was as Holly Golightly, a frivolous young woman with a highly sensitive core. Hepburn is a ball of shimmering charm here, whether she's setting hats on fire or chasing nameless cats through the rain, and she's able to shine brightly enough to obscure a few flaws (such as Mickey Rooney). The other actors do serviceable jobs, but she's undeniablythe star.
"Breakfast ... Read More
-a totally enchanting urban fairy taleForget about Capote's cynical novella and enjoy what a couple of master Hollywood craftsmen (Edwards and Axelrod) spin from it. It is pure 24 k Romantic gold. There has never been a more perfect date movie.
Hepburn was never more radiantly beautiful than in 61. And Peppard is quite a piece of male eye candy. Together they are the perfect Upper East Side New York dysfunctional couple: Physicalperfection and infantile neurosis wrapped up in onebeautiful Tiffany Blue box of a movie.
- Why is "Breakfast at Tiffany's" so loved by people who also think it's a let-down?In my view, a lot of people reflexively label director Blake Edwards's "Breakfast at Tiffany's" a "classic" -- because of just two things -- Audrey Hepburn's appearance, which is indeed iconic -- and the sensational melodic power of "Moon River."
I think it's a classic too.But it's also a let-down.
The film has a spectacular beginning and a spectacular ending.But without "Moon River" -- and without the star power of adorable Audrey -- there isn't much else to propel ... Read More
- OverratedThe movie is a classic, just a bad one. It's been a while since I've seen it, but the other reviews really helped jog my memory. The movie wasshallow and contrived. The main character of a movie should be liked by the audience, but Holly failed to catch my attention or respect. Her unhappiness and lack of self confidence is no excuse for her selfishness. I might have given this move a 3 star if not for the hype. The over the top praise this movie has recieved is unbelievable! I can't help being disappointed ... Read More
- Breakfast at Tiffany'sIt's the classic opening scene of a timeless romantic comedy that many would recognize, Audrey Hepburn gets out of a big yellow taxi cab, while Henry Mancini's Moon River plays in the background, in a long elegant black evening gown with her diamond tiara, fabulously large pearl necklace and elbow length black gloves, she walks to the Tiffany's store window to look at the gorgeous jewelry and chandeliers all while enjoying a croissant and a cup of coffee then heading home after a night on the town.In the film ... Read More
- There's such a lot of world to seeAudrey Hepburn had a lot of memorable, glamorous roles as highly individual, sensitive young women.
But her most iconic turn was as Holly Golightly, a frivolous young woman with a highly sensitive core. Hepburn is a ball of shimmering charm here, whether she's setting hats on fire or chasing nameless cats through the rain, and she's able to shine brightly enough to obscure a few flaws (such as Mickey Rooney). The other actors do serviceable jobs, but she's undeniablythe star.
"Breakfast ... Read More
