A Good Year (2006)
Failed London banker Max Skinner inherits his uncle's vineyard in Provence, where he spent many childhood holidays. Upon his arrival, he meets a woman from California who tells Max she is his long-lost cousin and that the property is hers.
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I have always been annoyed at missing this in the cinema but have now watched it many times on dvd. This is one of those sorely under rated classic films which is almost perfect with it's warmth and beauty. It touches the heart and soul in so many ways, yet is also witty and gritty in comparing the London trader world and the laid back Provence life. Whenever you feel life getting on top of you put this dvd on, you will not be disappointed. A truly wonderful film with a eclectic soundtrack.
This film is just beautiful, the images of Provence are so beautiful. Russel Crowe is more and more endearing and Marion Cotillard really very beautiful. We really hope that a love story will be born between the two characters but it went very badly. the movie made me dream and I had a great time.
I know its an old film but I've watched this numerous times and love it. personally think this film is a total change of direction for ridley scott and crowe plays a very good part. I have learned to enjoy russel crowes movies and find that his talent as an actor is getting better.. just like the wine in this movie. the whole film is very good and the throwbacks to when max skinner was younger adds even more character to the film. all the actors play a very good part and they make this film very enjoyable. as for Marion Cotillard.. wow.. she is absolutely stunning and its no wonder she is even more popular some years down the line.. I also think the relationship between max and henry is probably more comparable to a lot of families these days. as to the location of the movie.. who wouldn't want to spend a fantastic summer in that location. would I recommend this movie. oh yes. without a doubt.
Just saw this movie today in 2016. Was fun to see it was from another era just by the look of the cellphone Russell was using. Great french version . The dubbing was flawless , made me wonder how it sounds in the original version. Does Russell Crowe speak french ?US viewers ought to know that under french law you can not write off your offspring from your will. That's why Yves Montand was exhumed a while ago. I would just hope that one day they hire actors who are from the actual country the role calls for ?Just one scene reminded me of "Great expectation ". The script is a known one but great job from the actors and the director.