Directed by:
William WylerComposer:
Georges AuricCast:
Gregory Peck, Audrey Hepburn, Eddie Albert, Hartley Power, Harcourt Williams, Margaret Rawlings, Tullio Carminati, Paolo Carlini, Claudio Ermelli (more)VOD (2)
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This classic romantic comedy introduced Audrey Hepburn to audiences as a modern-day princess. Stifled by her royal entourage on a trip to Rome, Hepburn's Princess Ann escapes to explore the Italian city on her own. While incognito, she falls in love with an American newspaperman, Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck). When Bradley learns of Ann's true identity, he finds himself torn between following his nose for news - and turning her into a big story - or the growing affections of his heart. A hit in 1953, ROMAN HOLIDAY won Hepburn an Academy Award for Best Actress, and was also notable for its Oscar-winning story by then-blacklisted Dalton Trumbo (credited as Ian McLellan Hunter). (official distributor synopsis)
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I was really looking forward to Roman Holiday, but it doesn't compare to what I actually got! I could say without hesitation that this is the best romantic film of all time, and that would still be an understatement. A gorgeous Audrey Hepburn (does she also reminds you of Natalie Portman?), a handsome Gregory Peck and magical Rome full of beautiful ancient monuments. An unforgettable combination that runs like clockwork. 100%
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The purest story that touches the heart. Audrey Hepburn's angel and Gregory Peck's charisma play wonderfully in their time in an amazingly witty comedy with believable romance. And just when I started thinking that Wyler was overdoing it a bit, the ending came with a press conference and a climax full of deep gazes, the sweetest smile, and a stylish departure...
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Audrey is magical in this sweet film, but Peck is stiff, though charismatic. Or maybe you noticed the look of being in love on his face? Still, that doesn’t detract from the chemistry between them. Roman Holiday offers a playfully imaginative screenplay, the foolishness of Italian culture, humor and adventure, and mainly a nice idea derived from the premise on which the romantic plot is based.
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Watching this couple is simply a joy. Peck and Hepburn understand each other perfectly and there is necessary chemistry between them. You will simply fall in love with them, also because they are in Rome and this is actually a fairy tale about a princess and a prince who unfortunately is not of noble descent. A wonderful example of how Hollywood knew how to make romances that are beautiful, emotional and story-wise interesting. I'm just afraid that the past tense is appropriate.
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Audrey was sweet as always, plus she and Gregory lit up the screen. The beginning was funny, as time went on the joke faded and you could slowly feel what was coming. And then a bittersweet ending comes, what else? Say goodbye and face your responsibilities. A black and white romantic comedy that I can easily recommend to everyone. It's not stupid like the ones that are currently being made in Hollywood. A better 4 stars.
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