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The Artist
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Directed by Michel Hazanavicius. With Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman.
7.4/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Hollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.
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MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTHollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a y…
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MoviHero lists October 12, 2011 as the release date for The Artist. Michel Hazanavicius is the listed director. The listed cast includes Jean Dujardin as George Valentin, Bérénice Bejo as Peppy Miller, John Goodman as Al Zimmer, James Cromwell as Clifton. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateOctober 12, 2011
GenresDrama · Comedy · Romance
Runtime1h 40m
DirectorMichel Hazanavicius
CastJean Dujardin as George Valentin, Bérénice Bejo as Peppy Miller, John Goodman as Al Zimmer, James Cromwell as Clifton
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Pacing5/10
Emotional Impact5/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required4/10
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