Midnight in Paris
Midnight in Paris

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Midnight in Paris

2011
Movie
94 min
English

While on a trip to Paris with his fiancée's family, a nostalgic screenwriter finds himself mysteriously going back to the 1920s every day at midnight.

Insights

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic81/100
Google Users87%
Director: Woody AllenGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

A nostalgic screenwriter visiting Paris with his fiancée and her family finds himself inexplicably transported to the 1920s each night at midnight. He encounters his literary and artistic idols, leading him to question his current life and aspirations. As he delves deeper into this magical past, he grapples with his relationships and the true meaning of contentment.

Critical Reception

Midnight in Paris was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its charming premise, witty dialogue, and evocative portrayal of Paris. Critics lauded Woody Allen's direction and the film's nostalgic exploration of the "Lost Generation."

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and whimsical romantic comedy that beautifully captures the magic of Paris.

  • The film offers a delightful fantasy with witty writing and strong performances.

  • Praised for its nostalgic exploration of historical figures and artistic eras.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's enchanting atmosphere and the imaginative concept of time travel. Many found it a delightful and escapist cinematic experience, appreciating its sophisticated humor and romantic portrayal of Paris.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Woody Allen. Nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Art Direction.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in Paris, and Woody Allen insisted on filming at night to capture the city's romantic allure, often closing down streets for the production.

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misubisu

misubisu

## **Midnight in Paris (2011) Review: A Magical, Melancholy Love Letter - 8/10** *Midnight in Paris* is Woody Allen in his most enchantingly wistful form. It’s a film that operates on a premise of pure, unadulterated fantasy, yet it reso...

Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**Magnificent, it is a love declaration for Paris.** With this film, Woody Allen makes, in the background, a love declaration for Paris, a city he already knows very well and for which he seems to feel a great affection. In addition to t...

Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

Really nice movie, done with a great delicacy. Worth watching to get in love with Paris but it is also a great story of self knowledge and evolution.

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