L'Auberge Espagnole (The Spanish Apartment) |  | Actors: Kevin Bishop, Cristina Brondo, Javier Coromina, Federico D'Anna, Cécile De France
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Category: DVD
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Rating:  113 reviews
Sales Rank: 5398
Format: Anamorphic, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, Full Screen, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: French (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 122 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: D2009596D
UPC: 024543095965
EAN: 0024543095965
ASIN: B0000C9JFO
Theatrical Release Date: 2002
Release Date: December 23, 2003
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An absolute delight, L'Auberge Espagnole captures a moment in a life, seemingly about nothing and everything all at once. Xavier (Romain Duris), a young Parisian not sure what his life is about, decides to spend a year in Barcelona studying economics--leaving behind his unhappy girlfriend (Audrey Tautou, Amélie) but joining an international mix of students in a hectic, crowded apartment. Arguing and partying with his British, German, Danish, and Italian roommates--not to mention getting lessons in love from a Belgian lesbian (Cecile De France) so that he can seduce a friend's wife (Judith Godreche, Ridicule)--Xavier learns more about life than economics. The movie, beautifully shot on digital video, has a freshness and spontaneity that make its simple events--a series of arguments and flirtations--feel like a miniature portrait of the European Union as it comes into focus (the title can be translated as "Euro pudding"). Vibrant, charming, and all-around entertaining. --Bret Fetzer
Product Description
A French student moves into an apartment in Barcelona and befriends his new roommates, all from different parts of Europe.
Genre: Foreign Film - French
Rating: R
Release Date: 7-FEB-2006
Media Type: DVD
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 Don't buy this film if your main purpose is to see Audrey Tautou. January 29, 2010
Michelle B. (Oregon)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'll admit the main reason I bought this dvd was because of actress Audrey Tautou. Amelie is one of my favorite films of all time and she's pictured front and center on the cover art. So naturally, I thought she'd have a decent sized role. Actually the film centers around her boyfriend who moves to Barcelona to study economics and improve his job prospects and Tautou herself only appears in 1/4 or less of the film. That being said, the movie was okay. I'll probably watch it again at some point, but not anytime soon. There are some comedic moments and I enjoyed the lovely views of the city of Barcelona, including visits to sites such as the Parque Guell, but mainly because I'm interested in the architecture of Antoni Gaudi. If I didn't have an interest in travel, visiting Barcelona, Gaudi or the French language, I would probably not recommend this film, but if any of those float your boat there are certainly worse movies you could watch.
 Charming film of youth comes of age... October 3, 2008
Jeffrey A. Johnson (Portland OR)
.. or should I say young adult matures his attitude about what is important in life. I really liked this movie. If Amelie is a 99 and Tall Blond Man is a 98 then I give this a 97, almost perfect. Film buffs will see where the director has used things he learned from others but nothing is distracting and it's a great little story.
Much Better Than Expected September 8, 2008
Michael LaRocca (Chiang Mai, Thailand)
If you don't like Audrey Tautou, don't worry. Her role is minor.
Take some university students from all over Europe, throw them into an apartment in Spain, and wind up with a far more accurate and observant movie than I had any right to expect. Funny, clever, witty, and unexpectedly character-driven with a plot that works. I'm pleased.
Spanish Living August 2, 2008
C. Conzett (Madrid, Spain)
L'Auberge espagnole-- totally what happens when you are studying (esp. Erasmus) abroad. Love, disappointment, parties, even the Catalan mentality is accurately depicted. A cute and frivolous movie! Note: Only in French or Spanish (audio) with English subtitles. A good way to brush up on your French or Castillano!
Fresh, stimulating and original July 21, 2008
J. Iordanova (Los Angeles, CA United States)
Good idea, good direction, good cast, lots of fun, brings up real life issues and leaves you fulfilled.
For those of you not familiar with Romain Duris yet, I also recommend seeing The Beat that My Heart Skipped. I think he has what it takes, and is one of the best actors today.
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