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Les Caprices de Marianne
Coelio desperately tries to win the heart of Marianne, the wife of Judge Claudio. On a bridge, he wants to commit suicide, but he runs into his friend Octave, who is returning from a carnival - drunk as usual. Octave agrees to act as matchmaker for Coelio.
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Plot Summary
Set in the 1950s, this romantic comedy follows Marianne, a young woman torn between two suitors: the charming but irresponsible Octave and the more sensible Tibère. As she navigates her affections and the expectations of society, her indecisiveness leads to a series of humorous and heartfelt complications.
Critical Reception
Les Caprices de Marianne was generally met with a lukewarm reception. While some critics appreciated its lighthearted approach to romantic entanglements and its period setting, others found the plot predictable and lacking in significant depth. The performances were often cited as a redeeming quality.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its charming cast and light romantic plot.
Found to be somewhat predictable and less impactful than other French romantic comedies.
Praised for its nostalgic evocation of 1950s France.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Les Caprices de Marianne are scarce, with no specific consensus on what viewers particularly liked or disliked. General sentiment suggests it's a decent, albeit unremarkable, romantic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film is an adaptation of Alfred de Musset's 1833 play of the same name, a classic of French Romantic theater.
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