A Francophile will probably like this film. I did. Meg Ryan plays a woman who's on the verge of marrying a Canadian, so she's denounced her American citizenship. She's also afraid of flying so she stays home while her fiance goes to Paris on business. Things take a turn for the worse when he calls, saying he's met the woman of his dreams and he's staying in France.
Frantic to get back her man, she boards a plane. Next to her sits a French thief, beautifully played by Kevin Kline, who has problems of his own, most notably how to smuggle a diamond necklace out of the country.
It's a character-driven plot that Cary Grant would have loved - two people who are seemingly so "repelled" by each other but all they need are the right elements to fall in love. I'm generally not a fan of the romantic-comedy, but the French setting sucked me in as did a supporting role played by the always excellent Jean Reno.
As for the authenticity of Kline's accent, I had a good friend from France who claimed it was "formidable." So there.
Very entertaining and worth a watch.
Want more French choices? Try "Frantic" with Harrison Ford, it's Hitchcockian; "Green Card," who can resist Depardieu?; and my all-time favorite Meg Ryan film "Addicted to Love." It's a great black comedy and it has the sizzlingly sexy Tcheky Karyo. "C'est magnifique!"
French Kiss
1995
Action / Comedy / Drama / Romance
French Kiss
1995
Action / Comedy / Drama / Romance
Plot summary
After her fiancee admits to infidelity while on a business trip in France, a woman attempts to get her lover back and marry him by traveling to Paris despite her crippling fear of flying. On the way she unwittingly smuggles something of value that has a charming crook chasing her across France as she chases after her future husband.
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Sweet, charming, and funny romantic comedy
FRENCH KISS, in my opinion, is a sweet, charming, and funny romantic comedy. If you ask me, the way that Kate (Meg Ryan) and Luc (Kevin Kline) met was romantic. The score is very good, too. If you're wondering who it's by, it's by Toots Thieleman. In case you didn't know, he was the one who played the harmonica on Billy Joel's song entitled "Leave A Tender Moment Alone." The Paris scenery was especially lovely. I'd like to take a trip there one day. Lawrence Kasdan's direction was excellent. He always knows how to make a good film, if you ask me. If you're looking for a good date movie, this is definitely one to see. I guarantee you that you and your date will enjoy it.
Funny, romantic, clever. One of the best of it's kind.
A fantastic romantic comedy that will truly satisfy fans of this sub-genre. I really liked the movie because I expected a light comedy with a solid, clever plot and charismatic performance. To date this may be my favorite romantic comedy.
I've seen it many times and all I can say is that I can recommend it for those who enjoy funny, witty, and entertaining romantic comedies.
Also, if you are a fan of Meg Ryan you might enjoy this movie a lot. Jean Renó steals the show with his excellent performance.
A movie that shouldn't be missed for those who watch occasionally a romantic comedy.
Among the best romantic comedies of the 90's; if not the best.