When Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt met on the set of the movie “Mr. and Mrs. Smith”, now far back in 2005, no one thought that they would form a couple that over the years would turn into a strong large family with many children. After 10 years, the happy mother of three sons and three daughters once again tried her hand at directing and writing the script for the Cote d'Azur. Many believe that this film was created as a kind of psychotherapy for the Pitt-Jolie family, which had to go through several difficult periods in their relationship. If you decide whether to watch the movie "Cote d'Azur", the reviews presented below may help you decide on this issue.
Creature
The fact that the Pitt-Jolie couple are going to star in the new film "Cote d'Azur" was announced in May 2014. Moreover, this was the first time that the “beautiful half” of a star couple not only acted as a director and wrote a script, and starred.
The picture was shot in Malta. Although this information was hidden, it was confirmed by the Prime Minister of this small island state, which even indicated the exact location - Mjarr-is-Shini Bay.
Features of the picture
The cameraman was Christian Berger. While working on the film, he first tested his own invention - the new Cine Reflect Lighting System. It allowed the most efficient use of natural light. As a result, the minimum amount of equipment was used on the set, the actors were less distracted, and the director had more opportunities to play light-shadow effects in order to create the right atmosphere. By the way, many reviews of the film "Cote d'Azur" note a soft natural light that enhances the feeling of peace in a half-empty hotel.
By decision of the director, the film takes place in the setting of the 70s of the last century. As Jolie later admitted, this era attracted her with the fact that then there weren’t many things that distracted modern man, which allowed the heroes to focus only on emotions.
What is the picture about
The film "Cote d'Azur" (reviews are presented below) is not distinguished by a dynamic plot. The story begins with the American couple - a successful writer Roland and former dancer Vanessa who have been married for more than 14 years - go to a hotel located on the beach. The man is going to work there in relative solitude on his new book. Having settled in the hotel, the couple hardly speak. Vanessa prefers to be sad alone, and Roland, dissatisfied with the fact that she rejects the manifestations of his passion, begins to stoke grief in wine. By the way, when discussing the Cote d'Azur (film), viewers' reviews often relate to how skillfully Brad Pete played an unhappy man trying to find solace at the bottom of the glass.
Soon, the man draws closer to the elderly owner of the hotel, who mournes his late wife, and his wife finds amusement in observing the local fishermen. It takes several days until an attractive couple of newlyweds stops in the next room. It turns out that there is a small hole in the wall through which Vanessa and Roland begin to spy on what the lovers are doing. These naughty scenes enliven the Cote d'Azur movie. Feedback from viewers is a confirmation of this.
Gradually, feelings wake up from them, and Vanessa and Roland begin to revive their relationship. However, one day a woman changes her husband with a young man from the next room. As a result, the newlyweds quarrel, and Roland makes a scandal, reproaching his wife for doing everything to hurt him.
As a result, the couple leave the hotel, especially since the book is already finished. A young couple learns that two miscarriages are the cause of Vanessa's depression.
Leading actors
As reviews of the film "Cote d'Azur" show, most viewers went to see this picture for the sake of the actors who starred in it.
The lead actors - Pitt and Jolie - do not need to be introduced.
One of the most beautiful men of world cinema of the late 20th - early 21st century next year will celebrate the 30th anniversary of his acting career. During this time he became the winner of the Oscars, Golden Globes, BAFTA and Volpi Cuba.
No less famous is his wife - Angelina Jolie-Pitt. She has also been awarded many prestigious film and other awards. In particular, the actress is the lady commander of the Order of St. Michael and St. George, winner of the Oscar, "Awards to them. Gene Hersholt "and 3 Golden Globes. Among her roles there are many famous works, thanks to which Angelina Jolie won the hearts of millions of people around the world.
Supporting roles
In addition to the Pitt-Jolie couple, the film starred:
- César Prize winner and more than a dozen prestigious European cinema awards Melanie Laurent - Leah.
- Melville Pupo, who began acting in 10 years and is the most spoiled "child" of the French "golden film youth" - Francois.
- A veteran of French cinema, laureate of the César and Moliere awards Niels Arestrup - Michel.
- Richard Borenger - Patrice.
"Cote d'Azur" (film): reviews
Like any picture, the last collaboration between Pitt and Jolie received a variety of ratings from the audience.
Positive feedback on the film "Cote d'Azur" (2015) is most often heard from fans of psychological cinema and, of course, real fans of Angelina and Brad. They note that if actors with a lower level of professional skill were in place of these bright stars, an unconditional failure would have awaited the picture.
There are many who do not recommend watching the film "Cote d'Azur". The reviews of such viewers most often relate to a script that seemed to them boring and uninteresting. Indeed, viewers expecting to see something in the style of “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” will be disappointed, as the new film with the participation of a star couple is not designed for a youth audience. Rather, it is intended for peers of actors who are experiencing or have already experienced a midlife crisis, which sooner or later will inevitably affect everyone.
Now you know what Angelina Jolie’s Cote d'Azur is about. Reviews about the film, the actors who played in it, and the shooting details are also known to you, so think for yourself whether to watch this picture.