lacking in plot

Rating: 6/10 (7 March 2007)

This movie was not as good as I was hopping. I wanted some character development and a racy plot, but what I got was a lavish tour or Versailles with a whisper of a story. I thought the acting seemed extremely casual, and there was hardly a plot at all. I would have liked to see more intimate conversations. I did enjoy the costumes and the scenery. It was kind of worth watching just for that. I thought all the dogs were really cute, and the cakes and candies look awesome. It made me hungry. I don't think it gave a very good historical portrayal, and it was very strange how everything seemed to be formal yet casual at the same time. The whole idea of the film was a bit muddled. I think it needed a much better story if it was meant to keep my attention for longer than half an hour.