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French Postcards (1979)

French Postcards (1979)
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A "critic's darling" of 1979, the modestly produced French Postcards has an appeal that goes beyond the wine and cheese crowd. Miles Chapin plays Joel, an American student in France on an exchange program. Joel's teacher, Mme. Tessier (Marie-France Pisier), is a "Miss Jean Brodie" type whose ideas of education are highly unorthodox. One of Mme. Tessier's extracurricular activities consists of a torrid romance with the impressionable Joel. Of interest to contemporary viewers are the supporting-cast appearances of future stars Debra Winger and Mandy Patinkin. The "coming-of-age" through-line of French Postcards was second nature to screenwriters Gloria Katz and Willard Hyuck, whose previous projects included American Graffiti. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Miles Chapin, Blanche Baker, (more)
Director(s):
Willard Huyck
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of French Postcards

A "critic's darling" of 1979, the modestly produced French Postcards has an appeal that goes beyond the wine and cheese crowd. Miles Chapin plays Joel, an American student in France on an exchange program. Joel's teacher, Mme. Tessier (Marie-France Pisier), is a "Miss Jean Brodie" type whose ideas of education are highly unorthodox. One of Mme. Tessier's extracurricular activities consists of a torrid romance with the impressionable Joel. Of interest to contemporary viewers are the supporting-cast appearances of future stars Debra Winger and Mandy Patinkin. The "coming-of-age" through-line of French Postcards was second nature to screenwriters Gloria Katz and Willard Hyuck, whose previous projects included American Graffiti. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
95 mins

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Director(s):
Willard Huyck
Writer(s):
Gloria Katz, Willard Huyck
Producer(s):
Gloria Katz
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG(Adult Language, Questionable for Children, Adult Situations, Brief Nudity)
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    John M.

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    Angela P.

    A charming story that follows the adventures and misadventures of a group of American college students during a year abroad in Paris. The sweet simplicity of the early 80's pervades the film and the characters are likeable and believeable in their naivete. Please note that Erickson's summary *incorrectly* identifies Mme. Tessier's torrid romantic interest as Joel when, in actuality, it's Alex who catches her eye. Makes you wonder if the critic actually watched the movie and probably explains the low rating. And if your taste runs towards flicks filled with explosions, graphic bedroom scenes or foul language, this movie will probably leave you cold. However, if you enjoy simple romance and great scenery, rent it. I think you'll like it.

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