Pros: the two short segments, the famed camera fluidity Cons: the middle sags
The films of Max Ophüls (1902-1957) are very highly regarded by cinema historians (and by such practitioners as Todd Haynes [Far From Heaven, The Velvet Goldmine], who provides lengthy, plot-spoiling ...
Pros: Graceful camerawork, strong theme, great ensemble cast, Ophüls's skillful direction Cons: Only one of the three segments is strong in its own right
Jean-Luc Godard once called Le Plaisir the greatest film made in France since the liberation. That's high complement indeed, but high complements and Max Ophüls tend to go hand in hand. Historical Background: Max Ophüls was ...
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