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Russian Dolls (2005)
Released By: IFC Films   Rating: Not Rated   In Theaters: 5/10/2006
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Studio: IFC Films
Genre: Comedy
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Director: Cedric Klapisch
Language: English
Official Website: http://www.marsdistribution.com/site/poupeesrusses/
Theatrical Release: 5/10/2006
Home Video Release: 9/26/2006
Cast: Kevin Bishop, Audrey Tautou, Romain Duris, Cecile De France, Kelly Reilly
Published ID: 661280
UPC: 796019795418,
Plot: A French writer finds his life is once again being turned sideways by his footloose European friends in this sequel to the international hit L'Auberge Espagnole. Five years after we last saw him, Xavier (Romain Duris) has given up his aspirations of a career in international finance, but his new path as a writer isn't going as well as he hoped; his novel about his experiences in Spain has yet to be published, and lately he's been writing scripts for a French soap opera. When his French producers enter into a co-production agreement with a British network and Xavier lands an assignment ghost-writing a tell-all autobiography for famous fashion model Celia Shelburn (Lucy Gordon), he finds himself spending plenty of time traveling between Paris and London. In London, Xavier becomes reacquainted with Wendy (Kelly Reilly), whom he met during his time in Spain, and he wonders if he should take another stab at a relationship with her; Wendy is currently involved, but is increasingly frustrated with her boyfriend's drug problems and mood swings. Xavier is also infatuated with Celia, and wonders if a dalliance with the glamorous model might be possible. Needing romantic advice, Xavier turns to another old friend, Isabelle (Cécile De France), a lesbian who offers her understanding of women as well as a spare bedroom in her flat. Xavier also gets pointers from his ex-girlfriend Martine (Audrey Tautou), who has a child from a former beau and is trying to sort out her own romantic troubles. Russian Dolls (aka Les Poupées Russes) also features Kevin Bishop, reprising his role as William from the first film. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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Even Better Than The Spanish Apartment!
Added 9/16/2009
Normally I don't find that a sequel to a movie is as good as the original, but this film tops the previous, excellent movie, The Spanish Apartment (L'auberge Espagnole.) The movie takes place in France, England, and Russia. From the fun music and titles at the beginning, this movie didn't cause me to look at the time once, which says a lot. Romain Duris is excellent (again,) as is the entire cast. I found one or two scenes a little slow (such as Roman Duris' character walking down a street in St. Petersburg, behind 'the ideal woman') but all in all, I thoroughly enjoyed the movie. I appreciated that there was a fair amount of english spoken in the movie, so I could focus on the acting first and then what was being said, instead of it being the other way around (as is the case when reading subtitles.) I would recommend this movie!
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Russian Dolls and French and Spanish too.
Added 3/11/2009
Well done.The ladies(and men)in this were magnificent.Audrey Tautou is a favorite from Amelie and the DaVinci code movies.If you love foreign films this is great.I only wish I had friends or a loved one to watch it with,who can appreciate it with.This a great date movie for very opened minded or college age youth.This was as enjoyable as L'Auberge Espagnole,which was the first of the two.
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Very Good Sequel
Added 11/6/2008
Romain Duris and Kelly Reilly have great chemistry in this sequel to L'Auberge Espangole. However, Audrey Tautou has only a brief cameo.
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Amusing comedy about a guy and dirls
Added 6/15/2008
Entertaining comedy about a guy trying to straighten out his life but girls and get in the way and help in ways he had not planned, as in real life usually happens. Comedy is satirical and sometimes subtle.
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Different from the first, yet just as enjoyable!
Added 5/25/2008
The movie was great, completely different type of movie than the first but just as enjoyable. Xavier has certainly matured, but at the same time keeps the movie interesting and fun.
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