Victor/Victoria
Victor/Victoria

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Victor/Victoria

1982
Movie
134 min
English

A struggling female soprano finds work playing a male female impersonator, but it complicates her personal life.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users86%
Director: Blake EdwardsGenres: Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1930s Paris, struggling Polish singer Victoria Grant finds herself down on her luck. Desperate for work, she accepts a cabaret owner's suggestion to pose as a man named 'Victor' who is a "woman impersonator." This deception launches her to stardom, but it also creates a complex romantic entanglement with an American nightclub owner who finds himself attracted to Victor, unaware of the truth.

Critical Reception

Victor/Victoria was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its witty screenplay, Blake Edwards's direction, and especially Julie Andrews's performance. It was praised for its sophisticated humor, its exploration of gender identity, and its lavish production values. The film earned numerous award nominations and is considered one of the best musical comedies of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever premise and sophisticated humor.

  • Julie Andrews delivers a masterful and versatile performance.

  • Visually stunning with memorable musical numbers.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's sharp wit, engaging story, and the standout performances, particularly from Julie Andrews. Many found it to be a delightful and entertaining musical comedy with a unique premise.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 7 Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Julie Andrews and Best Supporting Actress for Lesley Ann Warren. Won an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score and Its Adaptation or Translation. Nominated for 6 Golden Globe Awards, winning for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Won 3 BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

Julie Andrews famously wore a false penis during her male impersonation scenes, which was designed by legendary costume designer Patricia Norris.

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