Midnight In Paris Is Paris, As Seen Through The Eyes Of A Hopeless Romantic.

Rating: Null/10 (26 July 2016)

Whimsical, witty & wonderful, Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris is a heartwarming blend of romance, fantasy & nostalgia that finds the legendary filmmaker in terrific form, is regarded by many as one of Allen's finest works in recent memory, and is an exquisitely photographed, pleasantly narrated & delightfully amusing tale that's further strengthened by its cast's sincere inputs.
The story of Midnight in Paris follows a Hollywood screenwriter who is struggling to finish his first novel. Vacationing in Paris with his fiancé's & her parents, he finds himself transported back to the 1920s while wandering through the city's streets one night and embarks on a journey to the heart of the city where lies the ultimate source of inspiration for his writing.
Written & directed by Woody Allen, Midnight in Paris serves as his love letter to the city's heritage and the opening montage that captures the beautiful locales of Paris is something that viewers are instantly going to fall in love with. The story radiates the usual charm & warmth of an Allen film, is sensibly scripted & gleefully humoured, and pays a heartfelt tribute to Paris' rich history, literature & wonders.
Shot entirely on location, the background is always brimming with bright, warm colours and even in night segments, the lighting aspect of its cinematography is deftly utilised. The transition from one era to another is smooth, the plot is simple & accessible, Editing unfolds all events in a streamlined fashion, set design team does a brilliant job to bring those bygone eras to life, and the background score is complimentary.
Coming to the performances, the movie features a vibrant cast in Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Marion Cotillard, Kathy Bates, Adrien Brody, Carla Bruni, Michael Sheen, Tom Hiddleston & others. Wilson is unexpectedly impressive and does a brilliant job at both playing his part & narrating the whole story. McAdams also does well with what she's given. But the best of them all is Marion Cotillard who steals her moments with effortless finesse.
On an overall scale, Midnight in Paris is an affectionately crafted, exuberantly photographed, aptly performed & nonchalantly humoured cinema that's original, mesmerising & evocative for the major portion of its runtime and will not only enthral Woody Allen's fans but will cast its spell on even the most casual filmgoers, hopefully. An invigorating adventure, a touching romance & a resourceful fantasy, Midnight in Paris is Paris as seen through the eyes of a hopeless romantic.