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I just wanted to say that this movie still stands out as something of a comedy classic. The fact it was a huge success story over here in England speaks volumes (hardly anyone had heard of Murray, Aykroyd or Ramis). I watched the other day thinking maybe it had lost some of its shine - nah the lines are still great, the laconic look of Murray still unbeatable and the music still 'rocks the joint!'

I like this film a lot - I thought its dialogue was pretty smart and the story a nifty spin on bank heists. What stood out for me though was the chemistry between Clooney and Lopez (the latter the sexiest role I have ever witnessed) - it made me adjust my polarneck on more than one occasion! Also the soundtrack is excellent (David Holmes and a couple of Isley Brothers tracks)

I studied - and thoroughly enjoyed - 'La Gloire de mon Pere' during my A' level French course and was not disappointed when I saw the film adaptation. The characters are beautifully played, and the scenery quite breathtaking. The depth and richness of Pagnol's text translates well onto the big screen, and the soundtrack by Vladimir Cozma is both charming and whimsical.

If you enjoyed Jean de Florette and Manon des Sources you will surely appreciate this film, and indeeed the equally memorable sequel 'La Chateau de ma Mere'.