Folies Bergère de Paris

1935
Approved
1h 22m

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Maurice Chevalier, Walter Byron, Merle Oberon, and Ann Sothern in Folies Bergère de Paris (1935)

An entertainer impersonates a look-alike banker, causing comic confusion for wife and girlfriend.An entertainer impersonates a look-alike banker, causing comic confusion for wife and girlfriend.An entertainer impersonates a look-alike banker, causing comic confusion for wife and girlfriend.

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6.5/10

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Won 1 Oscar
- 1 win & 1 nomination total

Trivia
Darryl F. Zanuck invited many songwriters to write songs for the production in a competition, and then let Maurice Chevalier select those he wanted to sing. Without hesitation, Chevalier chose the songs of Jack Meskill and Jack Stern.

Quotes
Perishot: Please, Monsieur Charlier. You know that kissing is not hygienic. Doctors claim that millions die each year from kissing.
Eugene Charlier: [kissing Mimi] Oh, yes? But what a pleasant way to die! Darling, kill me quick!

Connections
Alternate-language version of L'homme des Folies Bergère (1935)

Soundtracks
Valentine
Music by Henri Christiné
Lyrics by Albert Willemetz
Sung by Maurice Chevalier

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8/10

a smashing musical about mistaken identity

A double role for Maurice Chevalier here, as a performer at the Folies Bergeres plus a rich Baron he impersonates as part of his act. When misfortune hits the Baron, the performer finds an off-stage assignment which can only lead to fun for him and the audience.

Great musical numbers (especially Rhythm of the Rain and the finale with straw hats), strong casting (Ann Southern, Merle Oberon, and the hilarious Eric Blore), and a mixed identity plot which moves along with class and verve, 'Folies Bergere' is an extremely enjoyable example of Hollywood's 1930s flirtation with Europe.

Chevalier's last US role for more than a decade is perfect for him, and the dual roles showcase his acting skills as well as providing lots of chances for that old Gallic charm.