2 Days in New York

This 2012 comedy was incredibly entertaining and seemed very 'Woody-Allenesque' with clever, witty and large amounts of dialogue. Written by French friends and actors Julie Delpy, Alexia Landeau, and Alex Nahon and directed by Julie Delpy; this film gave a hilarious insight on what 'happily ever after' really looks like, as well as the pros and cons of marrying/dating within different cultures/races.

With a run-time of 96 minutes and enjoyment from beginning to end, it's hard for me to understand why it didn't do well at the box-office. Chris Rock who co-stars as character Mingus and Julie Delpy who plays Marion, both had believable chemistry and delivered their dynamic relationship in the most hilarious way. Delpy's father Albert Delpy, Alexia Landeau and Alex Nahon who played father, sister and ex-boyfriend respectively also gave a romping, outrageous and absurdly good performance!

Although rated R, I found the humour to be considerably tame as compared to others who made it big at the box-office like 'Bridesmaids'. All-in-all, I enjoyed '2 Days in New York', not because of New York, but perhaps because of the little things that sometimes become quite serious, and that it works out in the end always; so all the anxiety and un-necessary worry is just that…un-necessary, and looking back, everything seems funny! :))

Charade

When you’re obsessed with something; you’re bound to stir up reminders and in my case; every film I watch, I’m bound to have connections with France! J If you love life; then you’ll love France! J

Oscar nominated 1963 film ‘Charade’ was set in none other than the charming and romantic city of Paris. Written by Peter Stone and directed by Stanley Donen this film not only had lovely cinematic backdrops but also English Cary Grant and Belgium-beauty Audrey Hepburn. Their chemistry was similar to an old married couple – plenty of ‘spit-fire’ and plenty of love! Wonderful story and a scream of a plot unfold in the cleverest of ways. It’s always interesting to see similarities within film styles and influences and being an avid follower of French New-Wave Film; one can clearly see a classic ‘puppet scene’ re-enacted from the French Film ‘ The 400 Blows’ by François Truffaut.

You’ll laugh, you’ll coo and your eyes will grow in thrilling suspense. The audience can assume nothing except the utter danger Mrs. Lambert is in. Is she really, “An agent” or “A Spy”, or simply the unsuspecting newly widow searching for the money her husband had stolen?

“Oh you should see your face!”

“What’s the matter with it?”

“It’s lovely…”

Released on the 5^th of December 1963, only 49 years to the day today; and still possessing award-winning and riveting appeal. J