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The Girl on the Bridge DVD

katyd84's Review

Wherever you go, you'll find new knifes

I first watched this film with a friend at school during a french A Level lesson and was so moved by it I decided to talk about it for my oral examination. Every time I watch it I notice the tiniest details, making my love of this magnificant piece grow with every viewing. Through my research for my exam I discovered that out of the eight (if I remember correctly) Cesar nominations it received, it won only one - deservedly for best actor for Auteil, who play the part of Gabor to complete perfection. Everyone must see this film - it is a work of true genuis complimented by superb acting on the parts of both Auteil and Paradis.

From the Back Cover

A girl on a bridge is preparing to take her own life. Adele (Vanessa Paradis) looks determined to jump but a passing stranger offers her an alternative ending. Gabor (Daniel Auteil) is a circus act on the search for an new assistant but is this where knife-throwers like him find their new targets or is this just love at first sight?
Adele takes a gamble on fate and enters Gabor's strange but exciting world. As a double act they breathe life into each other and rediscover good fortune. With Gabor's skill and Adele's stunning looks they take their act to the edge and are soon thrilling audiences across Europe.
Adele is in debt to Gabor for her new confidence in life and is sure it will help her find Mr. Right. However, the moment they are apart, luck deserts them and it is only now that they truly realize the effect they had on each other. This is a unique, enchanting romantic comedy that leaves a lasting impression.