Cyrano de Bergerac

Cyrano de Bergerac

Directed by Jean-Paul Rappeneau

Produced by Hachette Première, Camera One

1990137 min7.3 / 10

A romantic tragedy about a brilliant, witty swordsman-poet whose self-doubt over his appearance prevents him from claiming the love he deserves, told with lyrical beauty and bittersweet longing.

Famed swordsman and poet Cyrano de Bergerac is in love with his cousin Roxane. He has never expressed his love for her as he his large nose undermines his self-confidence. Then he finds a way to express his love to her, indirectly.

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  • Is Cyrano de Bergerac sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Is Cyrano de Bergerac one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 88% of films.

  • Is Cyrano de Bergerac easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Does Cyrano de Bergerac end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Cyrano de Bergerac scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is Cyrano de Bergerac violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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65/ 100

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