Eiffel... I'm in Love
Eiffel... I'm in Love

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Eiffel... I'm in Love

2003
Movie
135 min
Indonesian

A privileged teen meets her match when a blunt, outspoken young man visits from France and stays with her family.

Insights

Director: Hanny SaputraGenres: Romance, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Tita, a naive and romantic Indonesian girl, is sent to Paris to study. There, she meets and falls in love with Adit, a seemingly charming young man who turns out to be arrogant and condescending. Despite their initial clashes and Adit's playboy reputation, Tita finds herself drawn to him, leading to a tumultuous romance filled with misunderstandings and emotional turmoil.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success in Indonesia, appealing to a young audience with its romantic storyline and picturesque Parisian setting. Critically, it was often seen as a typical teen romance, praised for its visuals but sometimes criticized for its predictable plot and melodramatic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic portrayal of Paris and its appeal to younger audiences.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and sometimes over-the-top romantic drama.

  • Seen as a charming, albeit formulaic, teen romance.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's strong romantic appeal and the enchanting setting of Paris. Some viewers found the story predictable, while others enjoyed the emotional journey of the main characters and the sweet, albeit dramatic, love story.

Fun Fact

The film was a significant box office hit in Indonesia, launching the careers of its young lead actors, Shandy Aulia and Samuel Rizal.

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