Floating somewhere between Amelie and Sweeney Todd lies Delicatessen, the 1991 French film by Amelie‘s acclaimed director and writer, Jean-Pierre Jeunet. A true black comedy, it tells the story of a cannibal butcher making his way through a building’s worth of tennants in post-apocalyptic France. And it’s charming, I swear! While the story isn’t saccharin, it does vibrate with the incalculable whimsy so beloved by Amelie fans, and once you factor in the deliciously dark plot, it’s pretty much perfect for girls like me.
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The second set of movie stills and another roundup continue after the jump…
Jenuet’s vision of post-apocalyptic France looks better than one could ever hope for. It’s a witty blend of faded French glamor and rumpled mid-century, chockablock full of charming rooms worth coveting. Just do yourself a favor and steer clear of the butcher, will you?
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You always pick my favorite movies. Love this!
I love this movie! Thanks for reminding :)
Oh man, this stuff is great. Love how is is both dark and lively.
I just watched this film for the first time on a whim a couple of days ago and was simultaneously enchanted, blown away and creeped out. Great post and I loved getting your take on this excellent film as well!
i love delicatessen so much! it’s romantic and gloomy. i love her eyes. i think i need one of those lulu chairs for our livingroom. also love the clear glasses – thanks for the great tips!
I need to see this movie!
I used to watch Amelie several times per week in college (I think it came out my freshman or sophomore year?). Sometimes it was simply background. I loved to fall asleep to the sounds; since I don’t know French, I could simply enjoy the soft voices and whimsical melodies and it was just SO very nice. And of course, watching it was a visual treat. It’s still one of my favorite movies of all time. Haven’t seen Delicatessen, but of course, will have to now!
I so love this movie!
The findings are so beautiful :)
One of my favorite movies-great “Living In” interpretation.
you know, I don’t think I ever would have been brave enough to admit i loved this movie until now. how CAN horror be so delightful? I suppose it’s genius.. absolutely genius.
great film!!!!
When I was teaching French I showed this movie to a class of 17/18 year old girls who absolutely loved it!
i adore Jean-Pierre Jeunet and how he creates such quirky characters!
Cookies are Petit Beurre de Lu : http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petit_beurre (created in 1886) probably the most popular basic cookie of France. This still exist
here : http://www.lu-france.fr/petitlu/index.htm
Armchair is “fauteuil Bridge”, the one in movie is probably inspired from original model of 1930 but still popular in the 50′ in France (mostly upholstery).
The big round leather chair is called “fauteuil Club”, same period, always well used by actual designers, engish origin, who inspired Ch. Perriand and Le Corbusier for the LC chair.
OOoh…I need to see that again! Great pick!
Love this whole feature- movies with matching accoutrements! I love this movie and was happily surprised to see it featured here. Your blog enchants me daily, thank you, Julie
I love when I’m introduced to new movies through your living in posts! One more to add to the Netflix queue.
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I love this movie! I agree with Elizabeth – your “Living In” series has gotten me to add so many movies to my Netflix queue!
LOVE this movie!!! Thanks for sharing!
i would love to live in this movie. sans the cannibalistic butcher.
A very good movie ! Vive Jean-Pierre Jeunet !
FAVORITE MOVIE. If you could’ve found a replica of the dress the butcher’s lover wears, I’d love you forever. That thing fits her like a dream.
Uh oh, how did I miss this film?? I *love* Amélie, so it’s on my list! Thanks for the tip. ;)
Heidi
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