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| Jean De Florette / Manon of the Spring (MGM World Films) | 
| Director: Claude Berri
Actors: Yves Montand, Gerard Depardieu, Emmanuelle Beart, Daniel Auteuil, Elisabeth Depardieu
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Category: DVD
List Price: $19.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (42 reviews)
Sales Rank: 1612
Format: Color, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Language: French (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 235 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: MGMDM108270D
UPC: 027616082701
EAN: 0027616082701
ASIN: B0009P7EI2
Publication Date: 1987
Release Date: July 24, 2007
Theatrical Release Date: December 1987
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Disc 1 Side A: **Widescreen Feature Film - Jean de Florette Disc 2: **Widescreen Feature Film - Manon of the Spring
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| Customer Reviews: Read 37 more reviews...
 Sad Story in Provence December 11, 2008
The copies I own are on VHS, so, I cannot vouch for the quality of this DVD. However, "Jean de Florette" is one of my favorite films because of the story line, the characters, the familiar French countryside and the sad irony. Other reviewers have had conflicting comments about the translation; my French friends have told me that I can't use this film to improve my use of the French language because it's not the French of current, common usage.
Great movie November 25, 2008
It is one of those unforgetable movie, one that will leave you thinking. A great classic, great acting, a must see. Both movies need to be seen as they complement each other.
TRES EXELLENT!!! September 1, 2008
This movie is surely a masterpiece. I was introduced to this from my French teacher when we watched it in class. I loved the movie so much that I was so sad when it was over. I showed it to my brothers and later my mom, and both of them just loved it! I want EVERYBODY to watch this if they can and I am sooo happy thatI bought it! If you don't speak French the subtitles are pretty much 100% accurate. Most people who do speak French still might have a little trouble understanding some words because of the accent these characters have since it is in the Countryside of France. Anyways, GET IT EVERYBODY!!!
Sebastian
Two beautiful and moving films -- how could you possibly pass this up? August 28, 2008
This is a very exciting new package -- two delightful and compelling films that tell the tragic and moving story of the lovely Manon and her father. Each story can stand on its own -- I actually saw Manon of the Spring first -- but they belong together and Jean de Florette sets up the backstory of Manon. You have to wait for the conclusion of Manon, however, to understand fully the story of Jean de Florette.
The performances are stunning, the stories are powerful, and I challenge anyone to be unmoved by the end of either film. I saw these two during my freshman year in college and was amazed and stunned, and after seeing them I couldn't get enough of foreign cinema, catching every new release at our local arthouse theater.
If you haven't seen them, this release creates the perfect opportunity -- and they will be films you will want to return to and watch again and again, and will want to introduce to your family and friends.
I heart this story July 12, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I think back on the first time I saw this movie. When it got to the end I just sat there, almost unable to move. I had so many emotions and thoughts processing in my little head that I'm sure that's why my body felt immobile.
This story has *everything*! The acting is superb. If you're not used to foreign films with subtitles give it a chance. After the first 30 minutes you don't even realize they're speaking french.
I have told so many people about this movie (and I mean both movies combined)I waited for years for this combined dvd. Thank you!
I love movies and whenever someone asks me "What's your favorite movie of all time?" I always say "Gee, I have so many favorites, but if I had to choose one it would be Jean De Florette/Manon of the Spring!" So many people have never even heard of it.
I recommend that you set aside 4 quiet hours(a rainy afternoon, a day off from work, perhaps) without interruption so that you can focus on this fabulously told story.
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