To set the scene for you it is 1927 and we are transported to Hollywood. The wonderful Jean Dujardin plays George Valentin a silent movie superstar.
The advent of the talkies will sound the death knell for his career and see him fall into oblivion. For young extra Peppy Miller (Berenice Bejo), it seems the sky's the limit - movie stardom awaits. The Artist tells the story of their interlinked destinies. This is a film which is a heartfelt love letter to Hollywood's silent era, filmed in black and white and almost entirely silent.
Lets not forget that this is the film that swept away a 5 Oscars and 7 BAFTAs and about a 100 other awards at various festivals or awards ceremonies.
Some of the awards which The Artist won at The BAFTAs; Best Cinematography, Costume Design, Director, Film, Leading Actor, Original Music and Screenplay.
This is a film which is full of charm and allows audience to go on a delightful journey of discovery. This charm and discovery is intertwined by drama, comedy, action and romance which of course are gorgeously photographed and brilliantly directed.
The lead performances are thoroughly engaging despite no words being uttered so rather coincidentally the audience are left speechless at the wonderful performances.
*Simply irresistible* Empire
*Gloriously funny and achingly tender film by the French director Michel Hazanavicius* The Guardian
Don't miss your chance to see The Artist on Tuesday 4th December at 2pm & 7.45pm.
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