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Adorable voisine

Titre original : Bell Book and Candle
  • 1958
  • PG
  • 1h 46m
ÉVALUATION IMDb
6,8/10
14 k
MA NOTE
James Stewart, Jack Lemmon, Kim Novak, Elsa Lanchester, Hermione Gingold, Ernie Kovacs, and Janice Rule in Adorable voisine (1958)
Official Trailer
Liretrailer2 min 37 s
2 vidéos
99+ photos
Holiday RomanceScrewball ComedyComedyFantasyRomance

Une sorcière moderne apprécie son voisin, mais déteste sa fiancée, alors elle lui jette un sort pour qu'il l'aime, mais tombe amoureuse de lui pour de vrai.Une sorcière moderne apprécie son voisin, mais déteste sa fiancée, alors elle lui jette un sort pour qu'il l'aime, mais tombe amoureuse de lui pour de vrai.Une sorcière moderne apprécie son voisin, mais déteste sa fiancée, alors elle lui jette un sort pour qu'il l'aime, mais tombe amoureuse de lui pour de vrai.

  • Director
    • Richard Quine
  • Writers
    • Daniel Taradash
    • John Van Druten
  • Stars
    • James Stewart
    • Kim Novak
    • Jack Lemmon
  • Voir l’information sur la production à IMDbPro
  • ÉVALUATION IMDb
    6,8/10
    14 k
    MA NOTE
    • Director
      • Richard Quine
    • Writers
      • Daniel Taradash
      • John Van Druten
    • Stars
      • James Stewart
      • Kim Novak
      • Jack Lemmon
    • 151Commentaires d'utilisateurs
    • 58Commentaires de critiques
  • Voir l’information sur la production à IMDbPro
    • Nommé pour 2 oscars
      • 4 nominations au total

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    Rôles principaux36

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    James Stewart
    James Stewart
    • Shepherd Henderson
    Kim Novak
    Kim Novak
    • Gillian Holroyd
    Jack Lemmon
    Jack Lemmon
    • Nicky Holroyd
    Ernie Kovacs
    Ernie Kovacs
    • Sidney Redlitch
    Hermione Gingold
    Hermione Gingold
    • Bianca de Passe
    Elsa Lanchester
    Elsa Lanchester
    • Queenie Holroyd
    Janice Rule
    Janice Rule
    • Merle Kittridge
    Philippe Clay
    Philippe Clay
    • French Singer at the Zodiac Club
    Bek Nelson
    Bek Nelson
    • Tina - Shep's Secretary
    Howard McNear
    Howard McNear
    • Andy White - Shep's Co-Publisher
    The Brothers Candoli
    • Musicians at the Zodiac Club
    Fred Aldrich
    Fred Aldrich
    • Mover
    • (uncredited)
    Leon Alton
    Leon Alton
    • Club Patron
    • (uncredited)
    Monty Ash
    • Herb Store Owner
    • (uncredited)
    Joe Barry
    • Exterminator
    • (uncredited)
    Wolfe Barzell
    Wolfe Barzell
    • Zodiac Club Proprietor
    • (uncredited)
    Willie Bloom
    • Undetermined Role
    • (uncredited)
    Gail Bonney
    Gail Bonney
    • Betty - Merle's Maid
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Richard Quine
    • Writers
      • Daniel Taradash
      • John Van Druten
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    Commentaires des utilisateurs151

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    bigpurplebear

    A Lesson In Chemistry . . . And Moviemaking

    "Bell, Book and Candle," one of two 1958 pairings of James Stewart and Kim Novak, may or may not be a great movie. I've long since given up caring about that question; these days, at the umpty-umpteenth viewing of the film (which dates back to the first time I ever caught it in its "secondary," or "neighborhood release" at San Francisco's Castro Theatre), I find myself still enjoying it as though I were seeing it for that first time.

    On the surface, this should rightly be only one among many so-called, and largely formulaic, "sophisticated comedies" of the late-50s era. Wrong!

    For one thing, you can't cast James Stewart in such a film and expect it to run true to form! More to the point, you shouldn't expect him to appear opposite Kim Novak (and 'opposite' here is the key word, in that his aura of decency and groundedness were diametrically contrary to the glacial other-worldliness which she personified), and not expect strange sparks to fly. (Hitchcock, after all, relied on this dichotomy, for different purposes, in "Vertigo.")

    Add to this mixture certain key scenes which rely upon the comic chemistry between Jack Lemmon and Ernie Kovacs --already well-established in the previous year's "Operation Mad Ball" (and catch this overlooked gem, if you can, if only to see Kovacs at his absolute cinematic best) -- and you're well on your way to understanding why "Bell, Book and Candle" still turns up regularly on such venues as American Movie Classics, to say nothing of its "shelf life" in video rental outlets.

    Were that not enough, you get BOTH Elsa Lanchester and Hermione Gingold, a first-rate score by George Duning ("Picnic"), superior production values and -- oh, yeah, by the way -- a storyline that can both make you laugh and pluck at the errant heartstring or two (if you don't watch out!) . ..

    You get a lesson in cinematic chemistry. Maybe even . . . alchemy!
    7monimm18

    Charming film, but...

    A charming film. Kim Novak is truly spellbinding and a pleasure to watch, both because of her acting and her beauty. Every character was played by wonderful actors, but not every actor was meant for their role, in my opinion. I wish Jim Stewart's character were played by someone younger. The fact that he is twice Novak's age is ridiculously obvious in both his looks and his acting. His "fuddy daddy" style makes the romance unrealistic to the viewer (at least to me). Don't get me wrong, I love Jimmy Stewart, but I think he was really miscast. I can only imagine how amazing this film would've been with a better match, physically and style-wise, to Kim Novak.
    8jotix100

    Bewitched

    "Bell Book and Candle" was shown recently on cable. Not having seen it for a while, we decided to take another look at this comedy. Based on the James Van Druten's Broadway hit, which was a vehicle for Rex Harrison and Lilli Palmer in the early fifties, the film was adapted for the screen by Daniel Taradash. The film was directed by Richard Quine, who turned the play into a delightful comedy.

    Evidently, judging by some of the comments submitted by IMDb, the big issue seems to be the pairing of the two stars, who had collaborated on "Vertigo", released the same year. Movie audiences didn't think anything about the age difference when this film was released. In fact, most of the aging male stars of that period were always involved with much younger women.

    The film set in Manhattan during Christmas is a delightful comedy that has enchanted viewers. Kim Novak was at the height of her beauty as it's clear the camera adored her no matter what was she playing. As the witch that becomes human, her Gillian is charming. James Stewart, who plays the publisher Shep' Henderson, is also seen at his best. Mr. Stewart was an excellent comedy actor who shows in here why he was at the top.

    In supporting roles the wonderful Elsa Lanchester, playing Queenie, is a welcome addition to any movie, as she proves here. Jack Lemmon's Nicky Holroyd, the brother of Gillian, is also good. Ernie Kovacs is also seen as the writer Sidney Radlitch.

    This is an excellent way to spend a winter night at home watching "Bell Book and Candle".
    mdm-11

    Bewitching Romantic Comedy -- Sunday Afternoon Delight!

    Kim Novac is wonderful as the 'good witch' falling in love with mortal James Stewart. The special treat with this film is that there is a complete 'underground society' (literally) of witches and warlocks, of whom we get to know Elsa Lanchester and Jack Lemon, both recommending Kim Novak quickly forget her romance with the mortal man.

    This film is a visual feast with some tidbits of 1950s Jazz music in the score. Complete with black cat, spell-book and magic tricks. Who can blame Jimmy Stewart for falling for Kim Novak's spell? The International cast of supporting actors includes an authentic Parisian Night Club Act, as well as the ultra-eccentric Hermione Gingold (of Gigi/Moulin Rouge fame). Elsa Lancaster is an absolute delight as the intuition-plagued Auntie Queenie. Don't miss this bewitching piece of light entertainment!
    7TheLittleSongbird

    Casts a spell

    It is very difficult to resist the mix of fantasy and comedy, which worked so well in prime-'Bewitched' for example. Have always appreciated comedy, and have always attempted to appreciate all sorts (tend not to be a fan of the crude kind though), and some of my personal favourites have fantasy elements. Also love the cast, James Stewart gave many great performances and there is a lot of talent in the cast in general.

    'Bell Book and Candle' was an amusing and charming mix of fantasy and comedy and most elements come off very well. It didn't blow me away admittedly, and to me both Stewart and Novak (especially the former) were better in 'Vertigo' (a personal favourite of mine, not sure whether that is a sacriligous opinion here) and their chemistry was better in that too. But those that like comedy and fantasy individually and when mixed together should get some kind of kick out of it.

    Not everything works. Would have liked a lot more magic, not literally and not in terms of effects or anything but more to do with wanting more spark. Something that could have reflected more in the chemistry between Stewart and Novak, which never quite ignites, and is at times unintentionally creepy. Much more so than in 'Vertigo', seeing as this was a much lighter film and Novak looks more her age here.

    Have always really liked Stewart and always will, but somehow he never quite clicked with me here in 'Bell Book and Candle'. His performance could have done with a lighter touch and energy, this was done at a point where he was starting to take on darker and grittier roles, and have seen him look more comfortable elsewhere.

    Novak fares better however, Stewart in general was the far better actor but Novak blends within the film's atmosphere more naturally. Her performance is very pleasant and charming. For me though, 'Bell Book and Candle' was the case of the supporting cast being better than the leads. Hermione Gingold and Elsa Lanchester are sheer delights, Ernie Kovacs is a lot of fun and Jack Lemmon steals every scene he's in. As does endearing Pyewacket. It's solidly directed by Richard Quine.

    The film also looks great and along with the supporting cast is one of two of 'Bell Book and Candle's' biggest virtues. Beautifully photographed and one can totally see why the stunningly effective art direction and the costumes were Oscar-nominated. The music fits beautifully, never feeling intrusive or too jaunty or melodramatic. The fantasy element is charming and the comedy is genuinely amusing (also think the comedy element fares better than the fantasy). The story is slight but it didn't feel dull to me and engaged me throughout.

    In conclusion, pleasant but didn't blow me away. 7/10

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    • Anecdotes
      Cary Grant actively sought the lead role.
    • Gaffes
      There are only ten signs of the zodiac decorating the doorway into the Zodiac Club.
    • Citations

      Shepherd 'Shep' Henderson: That girl you know, Gillian Holroyd, she's one.

      Merle Kittridge: A witch?

      Shepherd 'Shep' Henderson: Yes!

      Merle Kittridge: Shep, you just never learned to spell.

    • Autres versions
      The 1999 U.S. DVD release includes both the original theatrical version (as seen in theaters and on VHS) and an extended version (which is obviously not labeled as such). The theatrical version runs for 102 minutes, while the extended version is approximately 4 minutes longer at a runtime of 106 minutes. The theatrical version is presented in 4:3 full screen, while the extended version is presented in 16:9 widescreen.
    • Connexions
      Featured in Hollywood and the Stars: In Search of Kim Novak (1964)
    • Bandes originales
      Jingle Bells
      (1857) (uncredited)

      Written by James Pierpont

      In the score during the opening credits

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    Détails

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    • Date de sortie
      • 19 décembre 1958 (Finland)
    • Pays d’origine
      • United States
    • Langues
      • English
      • French
    • Aussi connu sous le nom de
      • Bell Book and Candle
    • Lieux de tournage
      • Flatiron Building - 175 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, Ville de New York, New York, États-Unis
    • sociétés de production
      • Columbia Pictures Corporation
      • Phoenix Productions (III)
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    • Budget
      • 2 450 000 $ US (estimation)
    • Brut – à l'échelle mondiale
      • 2 492 $ US
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    • Durée
      1 heure 46 minutes
    • Couleur
      • Color
    • Rapport de forme
      • 1.85 : 1

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