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Monday, 20 July 2009

Une Baiser S'il Vous Plait....Shall We Kiss?


is the movie I watched this weekend. So sweet and so cute - I was totally enchanted. Trust the French to spin out the most simple of romantic moments into a full blown cinematic experience. The plot goes something like this,

'When Gabriel and Emilie meet by chance he offers her a ride and they spend the evening talking, laughing and getting along famously. At the end of the night Emilie declines Gabriel's offer of a kiss without consequences. Emilie admonishes him that the kiss could have unexpected consequences, and tells him a story unfolding in flashbacks, about the impossibility of indulging your desires without affecting someone else's life.'

If you are in the mood for something light and bubbly, other than champagne, then this romance is just the thing. xv
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53 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life20 July 2009 at 01:33

    Sounds like a cute movie. I havn't heard of it before, but I will have to look for it. Hugs, Marty

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  2. DONNA OWNER OF "ON A WHIM"20 July 2009 at 02:12

    Thank You for the movie reviews, I think I will. I hope you had a good weekend, have a great week...

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  3. Stephanie20 July 2009 at 02:12

    This looks like a fun movie. Thank you for recommending it. I love French cinema.

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  4. Lee20 July 2009 at 02:28

    Ahh, yet another of your film recommendations to put on my 'to view' list. I watched 'The Grocer's Son' after you recommended it and totally loved it. Vicki, you're a pretty good film critic for an author! Lee :)

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  5. Cynthia Pittmann20 July 2009 at 02:30

    Oh Vicki, this movie is just adorable. I will have to see it when it's available. Thanks for sharing your fantastic find. <3

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  6. Linda@ Lime in the Coconut20 July 2009 at 02:31

    Oh...but did you say champagne???

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  7. Tess Kincaid20 July 2009 at 03:07

    This movie looks so cute. Thanks for the suggestion!

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  8. Vicki Lane20 July 2009 at 03:22

    Love the poster! It reminds me of a favorite scene from THE GRADUATE -- though the female reaction is quite different,

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  9. Alison Gibbs20 July 2009 at 03:42

    Vicki this sounds like a fun movie - so much better to sometimes watch a movie to relax and for it to not to be too deep.
    Alison

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  10. Josephine Tale Peddler20 July 2009 at 04:24

    Ooh, it sounds perfect, Vicki. I love the way the French celebrate the little moments of life too! xx

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  11. mondocherry20 July 2009 at 04:27

    This sounds like my type of movie... not so sure about my hubby! Might have to take my sister instead. Can we have the champagne too please?
    Clare x

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  12. Simply Mel {Reverie}20 July 2009 at 04:38

    Sounds delightful!

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  13. Jacqueline @ HOME20 July 2009 at 05:56

    I'm off to see if I can purchase a copy....Don't you think that a simple story is the best. XXXX

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  14. The Daily Connoisseur20 July 2009 at 06:55

    I am always on the look out for fab French films... I hope this come to TV5MONDE America soon!

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  15. Anonymous20 July 2009 at 07:50

    Virginie Ledoyen is an excellent actress. The last film I saw her in was, "La doublure" so I'm looking forward to seeing her in this film. Thanks so much for this recommendation.

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  16. manon 2120 July 2009 at 07:51

    a voir rapidement alors!

    bonne semaine

    manon

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  17. Natalia | Look-A-Porter20 July 2009 at 08:41

    As always, came for my morning dose of French charm. As I was browsing your blog I noticed a link to your book. You know, I didn't realise that THAT book was written by YOU! I feel a little silly at the moment. That book was on my wish list of books and I was going to get next month or so. Oh, now I feel so lucky that I've got a chance to learn more about you here and then read YOUR BOOK, too.
    No wonder, your posts are so beautiful and well-written. You are just amazing. x

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  18. Millie20 July 2009 at 08:57

    I do love a bit of frivolity & lightness every now & then at the movies Vicki. Oh & don't tell the kids, but MOTH & I still enjoy a bit of smooch on special occasions (generally after his beloved footy team the Mighty Demons have had a win!). However as they've only won 4 games this Season, the smooches are a bit light on at the moment!
    Millie ^_^

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  19. Polly20 July 2009 at 09:55

    I must say I have bad experiences of French romantic comedies, but I'll try this one when it comes out in cinema in England... I am in need for a bit of light entertainment.

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  20. Zelda20 July 2009 at 10:19

    soooooooooooo frenchhhhhhh ;-) how do you understand french manners ? how do you see it ?

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  21. La Maison Fou20 July 2009 at 10:40

    Sound like a fun flick! Thanks for sharing, Vicki!
    I always love a good French film, I on the other hand saw that Bridgette Jones gal on Sunday,...my she is funny!
    L

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  22. Debra20 July 2009 at 10:45

    Looks like a sweet movie. Something light and nice for a summer evening.

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  23. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina Kitchen20 July 2009 at 11:27

    This sounds like a wonderful movie and we'll have to try to find it. We like these kinds of movies too. Thanks for the suggestion.
    Sam

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  24. Zita - Mlle Magpie20 July 2009 at 12:11

    Thanks for the suggestion, Vicki. I'll look out for this one when it comes to Montreal.

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  25. Fabulously French20 July 2009 at 12:25

    Looks like fun, I think that we may just have to go and see it :-)

    Leeann x

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  26. Kelli20 July 2009 at 12:45

    Sounds like a really cute movie! I am so glad you had a relaxing weekend!
    PS - Looks like I will be in Aix the 1st week of August, can we still do lunch?

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  27. French furniture20 July 2009 at 13:00

    It sounds like my kind of movie!

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  28. M.Lane20 July 2009 at 13:42

    I'm getting it right away! It sounds wonderful.

    I love your blog.

    ML

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  29. Oliveaux20 July 2009 at 13:53

    One to add to my list - I love watching French movies. Ax

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  30. annechovie20 July 2009 at 14:44

    Looks fun, Vicki. I hope you had a great weekend! XX

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  31. anita20 July 2009 at 14:56

    sounds cute..
    we saw "the proposal" few evenings ago, it too was cute

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  32. tracy20 July 2009 at 15:02

    Hello Vicki
    I love movie night, at home is the best...pop corn on the sofa, pause button any time, and my best bud cuddled up close.
    Yes, I agree "Shall we Kiss" seems like a light view for the summer.
    Thanx,
    Tracy

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  33. FrenchBlue20 July 2009 at 15:48

    Vicki~
    This looks great! I am writing this down right now. My husband and I are addicted to French movies~~they are our saving grace...
    Have a fun week!
    xx's
    Janet

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  34. Christina20 July 2009 at 16:05

    thanks for the recommendation, i'm adding it to my netflix now!
    i watched priceless (the newest audrey tautou) and laughed out loud quite a few times! i adore french films.

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  35. Unknown20 July 2009 at 16:36

    Hi!
    The blog is complete the100ยช post and an art design create a lovely stamp,to commemorate.Take one to decorete your blog and give it to your friends.
    kisses

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  36. Fifi Flowers20 July 2009 at 16:45

    That looks CUTE... J'adore light and bubbly in my movies and in my glass... I will give it a SIP!!!
    Hope all is well with YOU!
    Fifi

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  37. Sherry20 July 2009 at 16:47

    Oh this sounds absolutely lovely!!!

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  38. Josephine20 July 2009 at 18:12

    sounds like the kind of cute movie i love to indulge in! i'll check it out.

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  39. for the love of a house20 July 2009 at 18:32

    sounds like a charming movie!

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  40. adriana lobo20 July 2009 at 19:39

    I read what you said about IL Y A LONGTEMPS QUE JE T'AIME, but I haven't seen it yet. I will soon because I loved THE ENGLISH PATIENT and Kristin Scott Thomas is really great! I just have to confess something to you: I think it's easier for me to express my most profound emotions in a second language,that is in English, than on my own native one, Portuguese. I believe things are lighter in English, especially when the issue is kind of complicated... About SHALL WE KISS? thanks for the idea!
    Have a week of good work and good moments...

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  41. Celeste Maia20 July 2009 at 20:21

    It sounds like a good movie, intelligent and entertaining. I have to check it out, thanks for the suggestion.

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  42. Ingrid Mida20 July 2009 at 21:31

    This sounds delightful. I hope I can find it. This past weekend, I watched "The Last Emperor" about Valentino and it was divine.

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  43. Madame DeFarge20 July 2009 at 22:02

    I like the idea of realising that indulgence of one's desires always affects someone else's life. I'd have kissed fewer boys if I'd known that in my younger days.

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  44. Chris 20 July 2009 at 23:55

    Im going to see if I can find it on On Demand. Sounds wonderful

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  45. A French Cloud21 July 2009 at 00:06

    count me in! so...do you eat popcorn when you watch the french movies?

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  46. Slices of Beauty...21 July 2009 at 00:06

    Thanks for sharing.
    Merci.

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  47. Alicia21 July 2009 at 04:41

    God bless Netflix. Another film to add to my queue. I rely on you so for my French film forays. Merci!!!

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  48. alice21 July 2009 at 05:20

    Sounds like a fun movie, which is something I'm always in the mood for :)

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  49. The Pink Poodle21 July 2009 at 09:53

    HEY VICKI..

    SOUNDED JULST like the movie i needed to watch for my 23rd wedding anniversary just passed!!

    so shall try to get it & watch it retrospectively so to speak!!

    xx andrea

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  50. Viera21 July 2009 at 10:05

    Thanks Vicki, I will check if they are available in AUS.
    For sake of my French I hope they have it in original. My teacher will be happy.
    Have a wonderful week.
    X
    V

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  51. ticklishfromadistance21 July 2009 at 15:30

    I saw this and adored it.

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  52. jen tesh22 July 2009 at 21:08

    Looks charming, but why is his hand on her boob?

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  53. jlc3 August 2009 at 19:38

    ohhhh the hubby and i will HAVE to see this one together!! i love all your recommendations.. keep them coming, s'il vous plait. :)

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