Produced, Directed, Co-Written by and Starring Billy Crystal, 'Forget Paris' shows the comedic legend at his most confident. This 1995 underrated Romantic-Comedy is an amusing blend of love & zany. And it helps when Debra Winger is the leading-lady.
'Forget Paris' Synopsis: An NBA referee and an independent working woman, find their lives interrupted by love and marriage.
'Forget Paris' is a charming tale on love, marriage & life, itself. The Screenplay by Crystal, Lowell Ganz & Babaloo Mandel humorously narrates this tale of an unlikely couple & throws them into a world full of humor. I found myself laughing most times & never felt bored. I also liked how the story is narrated by the protagonist's friends over a dinner, giving the film that extra edge, containing surprise. However, the Writing in the last-hour is a bit off and drags. The final-act could've been better, for sure. But otherwise, there is less to complain here.
Crystal's Direction is self-assured, as he's handled the film well. He keeps the goings-on light & uncomplicated. Cinematography is tops. Editing is mostly on-point. Art & Costume Design are satisfactory.
Performance-Wise: Crystal is a comedic genius & there are no surprises on that. He shines here too, enacting the leading-man with just enough madness to pull him through. Debra Winger, who's unfortunately pretty absent in movies off late, is a delight. There is not a single false note in her portrayal. Both the actors also share a rather infectious on-screen chemistry. Of the supporting cast, Joe Mantegna is excellent as Crystal's best friend & The Late/Great William Hickey is funny as Debra's dad.
On the whole, 'Forget Paris' deserves a watch for sure. Its A Lot Of Fun!
'Forget Paris' Synopsis: An NBA referee and an independent working woman, find their lives interrupted by love and marriage.
'Forget Paris' is a charming tale on love, marriage & life, itself. The Screenplay by Crystal, Lowell Ganz & Babaloo Mandel humorously narrates this tale of an unlikely couple & throws them into a world full of humor. I found myself laughing most times & never felt bored. I also liked how the story is narrated by the protagonist's friends over a dinner, giving the film that extra edge, containing surprise. However, the Writing in the last-hour is a bit off and drags. The final-act could've been better, for sure. But otherwise, there is less to complain here.
Crystal's Direction is self-assured, as he's handled the film well. He keeps the goings-on light & uncomplicated. Cinematography is tops. Editing is mostly on-point. Art & Costume Design are satisfactory.
Performance-Wise: Crystal is a comedic genius & there are no surprises on that. He shines here too, enacting the leading-man with just enough madness to pull him through. Debra Winger, who's unfortunately pretty absent in movies off late, is a delight. There is not a single false note in her portrayal. Both the actors also share a rather infectious on-screen chemistry. Of the supporting cast, Joe Mantegna is excellent as Crystal's best friend & The Late/Great William Hickey is funny as Debra's dad.
On the whole, 'Forget Paris' deserves a watch for sure. Its A Lot Of Fun!