Kailansorac Clever, believable, and super fun to watch. It totally has replay value.

Usamah Harvey The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

Kaydan Christian A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

Skyler Great movie. Not sure what people expected but I found it highly entertaining.

TxMike There is something about Leslie Caron. I was an instant fan when I saw her older movies, and I remained a fan with her newer movies. She is best known for her sweetness and her dancing, but mostly overlooked is that she is a fine dramatic and comedic actress also.Here Leslie Caron is Fanny, still a teenager as the movie begins, even though she was almost 30 during filming. She lives in a close-knit fishing area on the Marseilles harbor. Also there is Horst Buchholz, in his late 20s during filming, as teenager Marius. They grew up together and there is some affection between them, but we don't really know how much. Maurice Chevalier, already in his 70s, is local raconteur Panisse who operates his small business. A widower, he has no children, but has saved the letters "& SON" for the front of the building, still hoping one day he will have a son. He is sweet on Fanny, in spite of their great age difference, but no one takes that too seriously.Marius has wanderlust for the sea, he wants to sail and see the world while he is young. |Fanny doesn't want him to go, but she cares for him and wants him to be happy, so encourages him. Much later we find out she didn't really want him to go. They have a one-night fling of passion and, after Marius is gone, Fanny finds out she is with child. To save face for everyone, Fanny decides to marry Panisse, and even though all the close friends realize the biological father is Marius, Panisse is proud to call the boy his son. Fanny is a faithful wife, although we eventually find out their marriage is only one of convenience. A fine 1960s romantic drama with several big stars of that period. Highly recommended. Watched on Netflix streaming movies.SPOILERS: Around the time the boy turned 1 Marius returned to the area. He had a brief encounter with Fanny, they both professed love for each other but did the right thing and afterwards stayed away from each other. Fanny, Panisse, and their son became a very nice family life together. When the boy was about 10 or so Marius re-entered the picture, Panisse realized how much he and Fanny loved each other, and how well the boy got along with Marius, he had a letter of "proposal" written, for Marius to marry Fanny when Panisse died, which appeared to be very soon.

edwagreen Leslie Caron is enchanting and Maurice Chevalier steals the film.The story of an elderly man who saves the day by marrying Fanny, a Parisian young lady who finds herself pregnant as her lover, Horst Buccholz, takes leave and doesn't return for many years.Why was Charles Boyer nominated for best actor here? Chevalier and possibly Buccholz, in a supporting role, deserved Oscar consideration before him.The musical background is wonderful.While the ending may be somewhat convenient, it is more than appropriate.The heavy woman who played Caron's mother is terrific. She is definitely the French equivalent to Italy's Anna Magnani. Her hysteria scenes when discovering that Fanny is pregnant were great.

treeline1 The story opens amid the noisy fish stalls and bars of Marseille, where we meet 18-year old Fanny (Leslie Caron) who has been in love with Marius (Horst Buchholz) all her life. He loves her, too, but has always dreamed of running away on a sailing ship. The night before he is to leave, he and Fanny profess their love for each other. Will he stay with her or go to sea? What a wonderful movie! I loved it as a teenager and was very surprised to find I love it more now. The story moves slowly and we get to know and care for the colorful characters of the bustling waterfront, especially Marius' father (played by Charles Boyer) and his wealthy friend (played by Maurice Chevalier in an Oscar-worthy performance that will break your heart). Caron is a lovely Fanny and Buchholz's Marius is dreamy and full of angst; their love spans many years and we see them grow up and mature. At the end they are both sadder and wiser and you'll be reaching for the tissues.The strong bonds of love and respect from family and friends make this a heartwarming story. The location photography is beautiful and the romantic soundtrack is unforgettable. Highly recommended.

ezlidblue-1 I suppose in this day & age the story in "Fanny" will appear dated and not at all relevant but it remains filled with lessons of life. I too saw this as a young girl and it remains one of my all-time favorite movies. My favorite scene is Charles Boyer lighting a match, blowing it out and telling his son, Marius, that a woman's honor is like the match - it can only be used once. Today, when we have such a plethora of unwed mothers and young girls who think nothing of being "Friends With Benefits," this must sound very trite; however, it has a great deal of relevance as to self-respect and Fanny understands that.The marriage of Panisse and Fanny, while one of mutual benefit - she saves her family from the shame of having an unwed mother in their midst, Panisse gains a son to inherit his money and business - is always one of respect and a certain kind of love almost unheard of today. Quelle dommage! You cannot find better acting than that of Boyer and Chevalier in this film. Horst Bucholtz is gorgeous and Caron is the perfect young girl in love with him. The cinematography is incredibly beautiful.Perhaps, it is my longing for the days Fanny lives in but the world was a much better place when words like 'honor' meant something! If you have sons, they should see this movie. If you have daughters, MAKE them see this film!