Review of Cyrano de Bergerac (1990) by Byron B — 30 Dec 2011
High production values, the lived-in colors and the sound of the original French language are really the selling points of this adaptation in my opinion. The sets are freed from the stage. Some slapstick-like comic bits are returned to lighten the mood particularly in the scenes with the soldiers.
Gerard Depardieu is made up with a more natural looking large nose. He is more believable in his low self confidence when it comes to expressing his love for Roxane. Anne Brochet as Roxane gets to play a slightly larger role near the end when she sneaks into the camp where Cyrano, Christian and the other soldiers are surrounded.
Vincent Perez gives the best portrayal of Christian of the various versions I've seen. A great romance that looks back on a chivalric time and the ideal of a poet/soldier.
This review of Cyrano de Bergerac (1990) was written by Byron B on 30 Dec 2011.
Cyrano de Bergerac has generally received very positive reviews.
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