Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)
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Tagline: Follow Your Dream.
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In 1957, Mrs. Ada Harris, a widowed cleaning lady in London, develops an obsession with a client's haute couture Dior dress and yearns for a matching garment. After receiving an unexpected war widow's pension, she travels to Paris in an attempt to acquire one. André, the Dior comptroller, and Natasha, a Dior model, befriend her after she accidentally attends a presentation of Dior's 10th-anniversary collection. Nevertheless, Claudine, the Dior director, feels resentful of Ada's intrusion into the exclusive realm of haute couture and initially declines to take her as a client.
Ada is fortunate in that Dior has encountered financial difficulties, and the company ultimately consents to take a commission in exchange for cash payment. Ada attempts to arrange for a red dress; however, a prominent client obtains it prior to her, necessitating that she settle for a different design in green. In Paris for measurements, she lodges with André and motivates him to convey his affection for Natasha, who shares his interest in existential philosophy. Ada organizes a strike and compels Claudine and Christian Dior to consider André's proposals for modernizing the business after Claudine terminates several Dior employees for financial reasons.
Ada's garment is returned to London. Pamela, a struggling actress, borrows it from her and wears it to a social engagement. It is destroyed by fire. The red dress that Ada had originally desired is sent to her by her Dior friends after the buyer fails to pay, after they read about it in the newspaper. The garment is donned by Ada for a dance.
- Carroll Cartwright,
- Anthony Fabian,
- Keith Thompson,
- Olivia Hetreed
- Guillaume Benski,
- Anthony Fabian,
- Xavier Marchand
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Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris is a charming escapade that combines elegance and emotion. It’s a love letter to dreamers everywhere, proving that no goal is too grand for a determined heart.
Ada is fortunate financial difficulties, and the, however, as Dior has come upon some financial difficulties and the company finally agrees to let Ada buy a Dior gown for a payment in cash. . Ada falls in love with a red dress and tries to buy it but another client manages to buy it first, so Ada settles for a green dress. In Paris, she has many adventures and gets involved in many incidents. The green gown finally gets to London and a friend, who is a struggling actress, borrows it, wears it to an affair and it is destroyed by fire. Ada Harris does get the original red dress sent to her by her friends at Dior, after the original buyer does not pay for it and her dream comes true. Ada gets to wear the Dior red gown to a dance and her fantasy becomes reality. A sweet, light story that is enjoyable without the lights, bells and whistles of many of today's movies.
Played with warmth and authenticity by the talented Lesley Manville, Mrs. Harris is a character that instantly endears herself to the audience. Her determination and unwavering spirit in the face of obstacles and skepticism are truly inspiring. Manville's performance is a masterclass in subtle, nuanced acting, effortlessly capturing the character's resilience, vulnerability, and joie de vivre.
The film's narrative is a delightful blend of whimsy, humor, and heartwarming moments. As Mrs. Harris navigates the cultural differences and class divides of 1950s Paris, the audience is treated to a captivating fish-out-of-water story that beautifully explores themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and the power of dreams.
The supporting cast, including the likes of Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson, and Alba Baptista, delivers excellent performances that complement and enrich the central story. Each character is well-developed and contributes to the film's engaging and charming atmosphere.
Visually, "Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris" is a feast for the senses. The stunning costume design, beautiful set pieces, and vibrant cinematography transport the viewer to a bygone era, immersing them in the opulent world of Dior and the enchanting streets of Paris. The attention to detail and the meticulous recreation of the 1950s period are truly impressive.
Overall, "Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris" is a delightful and uplifting film that celebrates the power of dreams, the importance of perseverance, and the transformative nature of beauty. Lesley Manville's captivating performance, the charming storytelling, and the film's beautiful visual aesthetics make it a must-see for anyone seeking a heartwarming and enchanting cinematic experience.