A Bookshop in Paris
A Bookshop in Paris

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A Bookshop in Paris

2021
Movie
89 min
Italian

Vincenzo dedicates his life to the bookshop he owns in Paris and to his daughter Albertine, forced to stay home because of an accident occurred to her a few years earlier. One day Yolande, an exuberant, eccentric, funny and beautiful girl, bursts into Vincenzo’s shop. Charmed by her vital energy, the man starts feeling again emotions he’s been chocking-off for too long, and which will make him question his melancholic and somehow suspended way of facing life.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users77%
Director: The BookshopGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In a small English town in 1959, Florence Green decides to open a bookshop, challenging the local stiff-upper-lip sensibilities. Her venture, 'The Evening Star', faces opposition from the town's powerful and eccentric matriarch, Mrs. White. Florence perseveres, nurturing a love for literature in the community and forming an unlikely friendship with a reclusive local author.

Critical Reception

The film was generally well-received by critics, who praised its gentle storytelling, charming performances, and atmospheric depiction of a bygone era. Audiences also responded positively to its heartwarming narrative and nostalgic feel.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quiet charm and nostalgic atmosphere.

  • Lauded for its gentle pacing and heartfelt performances.

  • Some found the plot a bit predictable but appreciated its overall warmth.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's cozy atmosphere and touching story, often describing it as a delightful and comforting watch. Many enjoyed the performances and the escapism it offered.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1978 novel 'The Bookshop' by Penelope Fitzgerald, which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.

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