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The Marriage of Figaro (1961)

5.6 ★19612h 25mFR
TV MovieComedy

Directed by Marcel Bluwal

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

2h 25m

Language

FR

Release

December 25, 1961

Director

Marcel Bluwal

Overview

Comedy in five acts by Beaumarchais, filmed by Marcel Bluwal in studio and on location. The cast, in accordance with Marcel Bluwal's wishes, is in keeping with the age and character of the characters, to give it rhythm. At once "a comic baroque play, a bourgeois drama, a chansonnier's number, a soci...

Cast

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Figaro

Jean Rochefort

Jean Rochefort

Le comte Almaviva

Anouk Ferjac

Anouk Ferjac

La comtesse

Anne Doat

Anne Doat

Suzanne

Marcelle Arnold

Marcelle Arnold

Marceline

Henri Virlogeux

Henri Virlogeux

Antonio

Laurence Badie

Laurence Badie

Franchette

Michel Galabru

Michel Galabru

Bartholo

Jean-Marie Amato

Jean-Marie Amato

Bazile

Roger Carel

Roger Carel

Don Guzman Brid'Oison

Paul Gay

Paul Gay

Double Main

Georges Bever

Georges Bever

L'huissier

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Marriage of Figaro (1961), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Comedy in five acts by Beaumarchais, filmed by Marcel Bluwal in studio and on location. The cast, in accordance with Marcel Bluwal's wishes, is in keeping with the age and character of the characters, to give it rhythm. At once "a comic baroque play, a bourgeois drama, a chansonnier's number, a social satire, a farce and a very pretty love story" according to Marcel Bluwal, it can also be summed up, according to Beaumarchais, as "the most bantering of intrigues".

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Marriage of Figaro. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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