A lovely story that is not trite, and of course Leslie Caron, who I admit I am partial to, is excellent here.
As Lili, a disaffected orphan struggling in sadness, to find some kind of life. Mel Ferrer as a mysterious puppeteer who falls in love with her from behind the scenes. The story has a dark, sad quality to it, which is why it stands out.
On TCM, as interviewed with Robert Osborne, Caron mentioned that the studio felt this film would "ruin her career". It is a lost gem which is well worth viewing, and also good for children who want to "run away to the circus/ join show business. The theme is very well manifested in this film.
Leslie Caron is soulful and sad. Always a wonderful actress to watch, and better in this than some of the bigger budget musicals. Wish she would do more film these days as well. 10/10.
As Lili, a disaffected orphan struggling in sadness, to find some kind of life. Mel Ferrer as a mysterious puppeteer who falls in love with her from behind the scenes. The story has a dark, sad quality to it, which is why it stands out.
On TCM, as interviewed with Robert Osborne, Caron mentioned that the studio felt this film would "ruin her career". It is a lost gem which is well worth viewing, and also good for children who want to "run away to the circus/ join show business. The theme is very well manifested in this film.
Leslie Caron is soulful and sad. Always a wonderful actress to watch, and better in this than some of the bigger budget musicals. Wish she would do more film these days as well. 10/10.