Folies Bergère de Paris
Folies Bergère de Paris

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Folies Bergère de Paris

1935
Movie
82 min
French

An entertainer impersonates a look-alike banker, causing comic confusion for wife and girlfriend.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Roy Del RuthGenres: Musical, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A French singer is mistaken for a wealthy baron by a foreign princess who has come to Paris to avoid an arranged marriage. He plays along with the deception, falling for her, while his jealous fiancée tries to expose him. The film follows the comedic and romantic entanglements that arise from this case of mistaken identity.

Critical Reception

Folies Bergère de Paris was a lighthearted musical comedy that generally received positive reviews for its entertaining performances, particularly from Maurice Chevalier, and its lavish production numbers. While not groundbreaking, it was considered a pleasant diversion that appealed to audiences looking for escapist entertainment during its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Maurice Chevalier's charming performance and musical numbers.

  • Considered a visually appealing and lighthearted musical comedy.

  • Found to be an enjoyable, if predictable, romantic entanglement.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this classic film is not readily available through standard Google user review aggregations. However, historical context suggests it was well-received as a charming musical.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for featuring a then-unknown Merle Oberon in a significant role, showcasing her early Hollywood career before she achieved greater stardom.

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