The Plot: The tale of the tormented life of Edith Piaf, a legendary french singer.
The Pros: Marion Cotillard's portrayal of Edith Piaf is magnificent. No, it's groundbreaking. In fact, it's really what makes this movie what it is. The performance is huge, passionate, and moving. There are a few very fine dramatic moments (not due to the film, but to the brilliance of Ms. Cotillard).
The Cons: The film overall wasn't incredibly impressive; the screenplay didn't give Cotillard a whole lot to work with. Relationships were not explored nearly as deeply as they should have been, and there was too much drama without the build to counter it. Unfortunately, the film gave off a very traditional biopic feel...and that's not a good thing.
The Bottom Line: La Vie en Rose is a pretty good movie, but that's not what you'll be paying attention to. Marion Cotillard steals the show as the larger-than-life Piaf is reincarnated before your eyes. If you see this movie, see it for Cotillard. She deserves a viewing. If it weren't for her, this film would most likely not be able to stand on its own two feet.
The Score: 7 / 10
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