Like any foreign film, there were some nuances lost to us, such as the younger sister requesting a hickey in return for a favor. Is this typical of French sister relationships, or suggestive of the flavor of rebellion in this family? Also, Moulin Rouge
a family venue? Beyond the simple romantic plots of typical Western Films, Red Kiss made us aware of some voids in our knowledge world history, especially the political situation of France in the 1950s, and the role of the US.
"Paris, 1952, Nadia is young and in love with Stephane, Apollinaire, Rita Hayworth and Stalin." This description on the jacket on the VHS from our college's library suggested a laughable low-budget, melodramatic film. The movie lived up to its description in a more abstract, dark, and fulfilling way than anticipated.
"Paris, 1952, Nadia is young and in love with Stephane, Apollinaire, Rita Hayworth and Stalin." This description on the jacket on the VHS from our college's library suggested a laughable low-budget, melodramatic film. The movie lived up to its description in a more abstract, dark, and fulfilling way than anticipated.