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Magnifique, breathtaking scenery and gorgeous overall !!!!!!
This is a wonderful film. I saw it in Paris when it premiered and it took my breath away. I've seen it five times since then and I continue to get something out of it every time. It is very romantic and you get involved with the characters and wish the movie never ended. I still want to know if the Countess will ever join Angelo.

A believeable tale only possible outside of Hollywood
This movie was a rare treat to have seen on the big screen. It showcases Oliver Martinez (Angelo Pardi) and Julliette Binoche (Pauline de Theus) in this engaging tale of romance in the cholera epidemic of 1832.

Rather then get into the specifics of the plot which can be seen in the myriad of other reviews, I want to stress how this movie was only made possible due to the supreme casting by Director Jean-Paul Rappeneau and Producer Rene Cleitman. The choice of Mr. Martinez brought this movie to life. Befroe his death in 1970 Giono said that in the belief of Neo-Realism that the actor be a commoner. While not at that level, Martinez portrays an air that other well known actors are unable to feign.

In addition, Julliette Binoche is able to work with him to the point where we are able to actually see Martinez grow throughout the film. All in all a fantastic watch and the upcoming release on DVD will hopefully bring a few more fans of Rappeneau into the mix.

Too bad it is not on DVD
This is one of my favorites that I would classify in the sweeping historical romance genre, but its charm is that it defies genres. This movie was a surprise. I rented it knowing nothing about it, and was blown away by its beauty and subtlety, for there are many quiet, subtle moments in this film, but my favorite is the precise and utter refinement of this film's ending. It is the story not only of two resolute characters whose destinies become intertwined, but it is also the story of the survival of idealism that remains pristine even in the face of adversity. It is so rare that we see this kind of treatment of idealism that does not get destroyed by time and circumstance. If you ever have a chance to see this movie, you will not be disappointed.

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