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Casanova (2005)
Released By: Touchstone Pictures   Rating: R   In Theaters: 12/25/2005
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Studio: Touchstone Pictures
Genre: Comedy
MPAA Rating: R
Director: Lasse Hallstrom
Language: English
Official Website: http://casanova.movies.go.com
Theatrical Release: 12/25/2005
Home Video Release: 4/25/2006
Cast: Jeremy Irons, Lena Olin, Oliver Platt, Heath Ledger, Sienna Miller
Published ID: 301878
UPC: 786936288858, 786936724912,
Plot: History's most renowned ladies' man finally meets his match in this historical romance laced with comedy and adventure. In Venice in 1753, Giacomo Casanova (Heath Ledger) is a notorious playboy whose way with women goes too far when he's caught leaving the bedroom of a novice nun, and one of the leading prosecutors of the Inquisition, Pucci (Jeremy Irons), puts him on trial. The Doge (Tim McInnerny), Venice's political point man, is a friend of Casanova's and pulls strings to get him off the hook and allow him to stay in the city, but under one condition -- he must take a wife and remain faithful to her. Casanova sets his sights on Victoria (Natalie Dormer), a lovely young maiden who is obviously taken with the handsome ladykiller, but he's not the only one who wants her hand. Giovanni Bruni (Charlie Cox) is a young man who is very much in love with Victoria, and in order to move him out of the picture, Casanova challenges him to a duel. However, when Casanova is bested in swords in the challenge, he discovers he's actually been parrying with Giovanni's sister, Francesca (Sienna Miller). As Casanova gets to know Francesca, he discovers she's a gifted writer and a bright and independent woman as well as a good hand with a sword, and he comes to the realization that she's the woman he wants to take to the altar. However, Francesca has already been promised to the vain and chubby Papprizzio (Oliver Platt), a man she's never met, and she doesn't seem at all interested in the notorious Casanova. Casanova also stars Lena Olin, and Omid Djalili. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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The Most Notorious Seducer the World has ever Seen.
Added 10/15/2009

In the style of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE comes the deliciously rousing romantic comedy CASANOVA. For the first time in his life, the legendary Casanova (Heath Ledger) is about to meet his match when the alluring Francesca (Sienna Miller) does the one thing the notorious lover of women never thought possible - refuse him. Through disguises, subterfuges and wit, CASANOVA manages to get closer and closer to Francesca. But he's playing the most dangerous game he's ever encountered. A game that will not only risk his life and reputation , but his only chance of true love.
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Hilarious and Romantic with beautiful settings and clothing
Added 10/14/2009

Having watched this movie several times, I never fail to laugh. The costumes are beautiful and though the movie revolves around a seducer of women, a human side of true love and his determination to obtain that love, comes forth. Heath Ledger is fantastically entertaining as is Omid Djalili. Sienna Miller is that intelligent woman who knows what she wants and believes, and isn't afraid to speak of it. She is truly who all woman should strive to be. This is a movie to watch when one is in need of some romantic fun and a few laughs besides.
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Movie Okay/Manufacturing Shoddy
Added 8/19/2009

I don't know from whence Amazon gets it "duped one too many times" copies of movies (this one said "Hecho en México"), but this one freezes up every 5 minutes or so. With a little fanagling, you can get it moving again... and you only miss a little of the scene it froze on... I think...
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"A Splendid Period Piece"
Added 8/18/2009

Academy Award winner Heath ledger stars as Casanova, the world's most famous ladies man, in a beautifully produced film. The movie follows Casanova from his philandering days with women to the point where he meets the lady of his dreams who doen't want to have anything to do with him. With beautiful costumes, amazing scenery, and exquisite production detail, "Casanova" will satisfy the most ardent fans of historical movies. The film is in essence a romantic comedy with a bit of drama thrown in. Heath Ledger, who had just finished his amazing performance in "Brokeback Mountain playing a gay cowboy, shows his versatility as an actor in this piece. Larry King of CNN says, ""Casanova is what movies are all about. An absolute delight". The DVD is filled with informative bonuses including the featurette "Creating An Adventure- The Making of Casanova". Another detailed feature is " Dressing In Style" in which the dress designers discuss how the fabulous costumes came to be created. This is one of the more insightful bonuses as the costumes became as important a character in the film as the actors themselves. The outfights are simply breathtaking. Sit back and enjoy a marvelous film. Sound is dolby digital with 5.1 Surround Sound and french and spanish subtitles are included. The movie runs 111 minutes.
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A must for woman of all age to watch!
Added 6/21/2009

Casana had finally met his match! The movie is very funny to see the wit of the woman Casana is falling in love with. The is a romatic comedy. As Casana shared his secrets with the shy guy, I found the same principles could be used by woman toward man. This is definitely a must for woman of all age to watch! Casana is very clever in catching the human nature of curiosity. In the United States, we stress too much for a woman to catch a man. Man prefers to be the hunter instead of the preyer. A woman that is beautiful plus intellegence will still attrack her Casanova. I love the movie and will recommend it to the singles who would like to meet the opposite sex and the couples who want to keep their fire of love burning.
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The Most Notorious Seducer the World has ever Seen.
Added 10/15/2009

In the style of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE comes the deliciously rousing romantic comedy CASANOVA. For the first time in his life, the legendary Casanova (Heath Ledger) is about to meet his match when the alluring Francesca (Sienna Miller) does the one thing the notorious lover of women never thought possible - refuse him. Through disguises, subterfuges and wit, CASANOVA manages to get closer and closer to Francesca. But he's playing the most dangerous game he's ever encountered. A game that will not only risk his life and reputation , but his only chance of true love.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Hilarious and Romantic with beautiful settings and clothing
Added 10/14/2009

Having watched this movie several times, I never fail to laugh. The costumes are beautiful and though the movie revolves around a seducer of women, a human side of true love and his determination to obtain that love, comes forth. Heath Ledger is fantastically entertaining as is Omid Djalili. Sienna Miller is that intelligent woman who knows what she wants and believes, and isn't afraid to speak of it. She is truly who all woman should strive to be. This is a movie to watch when one is in need of some romantic fun and a few laughs besides.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Movie Okay/Manufacturing Shoddy
Added 8/19/2009

I don't know from whence Amazon gets it "duped one too many times" copies of movies (this one said "Hecho en México"), but this one freezes up every 5 minutes or so. With a little fanagling, you can get it moving again... and you only miss a little of the scene it froze on... I think...
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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