Non, Je ne regette rien, the little sparrow came of age. Great film

Rating: 9/10 (18 February 2008)

Although, I'm not a fan of Edith Piaf, I did feel as I'm half French to take a look at this movie. It's not often that I see French films as good as this which makes me proud of my French heritage.
I'm glad I did see this movie; it is a very sad and often tragic portrayal of her life. It has some of the classic Edith Piaf songs like NON,JE NE REGRETTE RIEN, MILLORD AND LA VIE EN ROSE.
This film takes her through her life as a child struggling in the rough streets of Paris up to the limelight of New York City, but is occasions where it sometimes starts later on in her life when she is about to die and works backwards and this can be disorientating at times. It also tells you about the famous people she knew and loved, like boxer Marcel Cerdan who was killed in a plane crash, Charlez Aznavour, Marlene Dietrich and Yves Montand.
Even if you don't speak French, it will give you an authentic view of the French culture, lifestyle and music. I only saw this movie on DVD and I almost had tears in my eyes, because there are occasions where it is very moving and emotional.
If you do get a chance, I would suggest that you get this film it will appeal to any age group regardless of there nationality, English or French speaking it doesn't matter. This is a film for everyone, but do remember to keep the handkerchiefs at hand, you will need them. Director, Olivier Dahan has surpassed himself and Marion Cotillard the actress who played Edith has done an excellent job in portraying her.