Description

Moulin Rouge (1952) - A Captivating Biopic of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Product Information

UPC: 5018755503016
Region: 0 (PAL DVD)
Made in: Hungary
Audio: English 2.0
Total Runtime: 114 minutes

Overview

Directed by John Huston, "Moulin Rouge" is a poignant biographical film that explores the tumultuous life of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, played by José Ferrer. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the infamous Moulin Rouge nightclub in 1890s Paris, the film captures Lautrec's passion for art and his struggle for love amid the nightlife that inspires his most famous works.

As Lautrec sketches the club's dancers, he is commissioned by the club owner to create a promotional poster aimed at attracting high society patrons. However, his personal life is marred by a series of failed romantic endeavors, leading him to seek solace in alcohol. As his health declines, his art begins to gain the recognition it deserves, revealing the duality of his existence as both a celebrated artist and a tormented soul.

Cast

José Ferrer as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec / Comte Alphonse de Toulouse-Lautrec
Zsa Zsa Gabor as Jane Avril
Suzanne Flon as Myriamme Hyam
Katherine Kath as La Goulue
Muriel Smith as Aicha
Colette Marchand as Marie Charlet
Theodore Bikel as King Milo IV of Serbia
Peter Cushing as Marcel de la Voisier
Christopher Lee as Georges Seurat
Michael Balfour as Dodo
Eric Pohlmann as Picard

Interesting Facts

Artistic Representation: The film artfully represents the bohemian lifestyle of late 19th-century Paris, showcasing the vibrant culture that surrounded the Moulin Rouge.
Historical Context: Toulouse-Lautrec's unique stature (4’6”) and personal struggles are woven into the narrative, providing insight into how his physical limitations influenced his artistic vision.
Cinematic Techniques: John Huston’s direction, combined with Oswald Morris's cinematography, creates a visually stunning portrayal of the era, enhancing the film’s emotional depth.

Publishers

Released on December 23, 1952, in the United States, this film is a production of Romulus Films and is distributed by United Artists in the US and British Lion Films in the UK.

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