Rendez-Vous In Paris [DVD] [1995]

This was an entree into the movies of Eric Rohmer. If this one is a relatively modest diversion from his main body of work then I am ready to dive into his whole catalogue. Three diverse stories of couples and other dalliances in a gritty Paris, the city itself a key character in the stories' atmospherics. Has Paris been filmed better? In order I preferred the 3rd, 1st and 2nd stories. The 3rd, 'Mere et Enfant 1907' tells of a painter who's day is complicated by two different women coming into his life and it's worth the wait. All three stories have a twist of sorts. Great find, thx to Prime.

Missed opportunities, surprising motives, serious flirting among equals - all typical Rohmer topics told here with very attractive actors in real Parisian settings that retain their authenticity since Rohmer used a filming style that was not intrusive. And yes, the dialogue is continuous and is the key to why Rohmer is always timely viewing. Each character basically tells what is motivating them at any one time which is only limited by the fact that the actual motivation may be something else that the character only appreciates at other points in the story. In the end it always comes clear to not only the characters but those watching who may now finally understand what happened to that relationship that seemed to be going so well just before it cratered.

I like the story that is simple, It shows parts of people's life and their love stories. Why they fail or win in a relationship. What is the truth in their relationship. Not a movie I admire so much, but worth watching one time (I watch some movies more than once).

Very good acting and the characters were spontaneous and authentic. Lovely scenic surroundings.

The men and women who rendezvous in Paris in this film are not like me, or anyone I know. That's what makes the characters fascinating. They seem a bit crazy. The woman clearly tortures her boyfriend in the first tale of "Sept Heures". I was left reminded of the fact that not all people are "genial", "normal" or even kind. An enjoyable French film, so different from the American romanticcomedy garbage.

Three shorts. All have Paris in common. And all deal with potential relationships, and usually a persistent man. Light on actual plot or story, more like character studies. Mildly interesting people and relationships. Half of the film’s value are the many scenes of the city.

Very creative and inspiring film. Short stories that seem full. The street performers sing in between stories and sum up the emotion and reality expressed.

The low point of this film was the second "act" with the uber-petulant gal who was totally playing that good guy. And all that meeting in the parks and blabbering on about nothing, and she a married woman! Harrumph...

Eric Rohmer's Rendez-Vous in Paris was slated for release by Artifical Eye several years ago, but never showed up. Now, with Rohmer's recent passing, they have finally allowed the title a much deserved release. And while this is a bare bones package -- you get the film and nothing else, not even a trailer! -- it's also a must have for fans of the great auteur.Made in the middle of The Tales Of The Four Seasons, Rendez-Vous in Paris finds Rohmer at his typically brilliant best as he charts three stories of love and chance in the iconic city. As fans of Rohmer will expect, these tales are driven by dialogue, a painter's eye for composition and a love for human beings and the spaces they inhabit that is cinematically without rival.But this also finds Rohmer having a great deal of fun behind the camera. This is the work of a professional, seasoned filmmaker getting back to basics and throwing himself into it with relish and abandon. Made quickly and on a low budget, the film often delivers a documentary sense of the vibrancy of Paris and Parisian life. It's also notable for the wheelchair tracking shots that mark the first episode and recall the ad-hoc, nouvelle-vague style of Rohmer's feature debut Le Signe du Lion.For those who do not care for Rohmer's work, this will do nothing to sway opinion. But for those who do, this is an essential purchase.

I already had every ERIC ROHMER film available on dvd. I saw Rendez-vous in Paris in 1995, and bought the dvd as soon as possible. I have every other film of his on dvd, long or short. Paris always comes alive in his films. and when I visit Paris, I always visit parts he uses. Parc Monceau is one that is well worth a few hours of wandering.There is a lot of history there-not to be missed Thank you ERIC ROHMERBill

If you are a fan of Rohmer's cinema, you will already own this and probably have watched it several times. If you have chanced upon this DVD, and are interested in French cinema, then you really ought to give this a try. Three stories, involving coincidence and chance, set in Paris. You can't go wrong!

When I saw this in 1994 I fell asleep in the cinema - I had a much more rock and roll lifestyle in those days! The three stories are great and good to practice your French. When you have seen all the modern classics and you want more, this will do the job.

I first rented this dvd from the lirbray, and fell in love with it's parisian charm and when i saw it on amazon i decided to buy it .. nice to watch with a chilled glass of wine