Funny Face
Funny Face

Funny Face

1957
Movie
103 min
English

A shy Greenwich Village book clerk is discovered by a fashion photographer and whisked off to Paris where she becomes a reluctant model.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic73/100
Google Users85%
Director: Stanley DonenGenres: Musical, Comedy, Romance, Fashion

Plot Summary

Jo Stockton, a shy and intellectual bookshop clerk, dreams of becoming a nun and working in a convent library. Her life takes an unexpected turn when photographer Dick Avery discovers her in a Parisian bookshop and is captivated by her unique look. He convinces her to become a model for a fashion magazine, whisking her away to Paris for a photoshoot.

Critical Reception

Funny Face was met with a generally positive reception, praised for its vibrant visuals, Audrey Hepburn's charming performance, and the delightful musical numbers. While some critics found the plot somewhat thin, the film's stylish aesthetic and the chemistry between Hepburn and Astaire were widely appreciated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with memorable musical numbers.
  • Audrey Hepburn is radiant and surprisingly adept at musical performance.
  • A stylish and lighthearted romantic musical.

Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's vibrant colors, charming performances, and classic musical numbers. Many appreciated the fashion elements and the iconic pairing of Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe (Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for Audrey Hepburn).

Fun Fact

The ballet sequence featuring Fred Astaire and Audrey Hepburn was filmed at the Palace of Versailles and features the famous "Pagodes" from Claude Debussy's "Estampes" as part of its score.

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CinemaSerf

Despite the presence of Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire, I think this film actually belongs to Kay Thompson. She plays really well as the 1950s version of Dame Anna Wintour in this amiable, if a little thinly spread, musical comedy. Infuria...