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Moulin Rouge
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NR,1hr 59min
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January 1, 1952
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MGM
Synopsis: Moulin Rouge is the story of 19th century French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, portrayed by José Ferrer. The film records his frustration over his physical handicap (the growth in his legs was stunted by a childhood accident), his efforts to "lose" himself in Paris' bawdy Montmartre district, and his career as a painter, which brought him money only when he turned out advertising posters--but what posters! Toulouse-Lautrec's drinking and debauchery lead to his early death, which in the hands ... Full Synopsis
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Acting in this 1954 John Huston film was a painful exercise for José Ferrer: He had to stand and walk on his knees to approximate the height of his character, the diminutive French artist Henri Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901). But any discomfort Ferrer felt served only to enhance his performance, for Toulouse-Lautrec led a tortured existence after suffering a childhood injury that stunted his growth and ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Comte de Toulouse-Lautrec
Marie Charlet
Myriamme Hayen
Jane Avril
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Nicole Kidman wins the Best Actress in a Comedy/Musical for "Moulin Rouge" at the 59th Annual Golden...
Nicole Kidman in "Moulin Rouge"
Christina Ricci attends the London premiere of "Moulin Rouge!" at Leicester Square on Sept. 3, 2001.
Sharon Stone arrives at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS at Moulin Rouge restaruant in Cannes, France,...
Nicole Kidman at the 59th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., Jan. 20, 2002, where...
...to say nothing of her hair, or her nose ring... (Christina Aguilera attends the premiere of...
Singer, songwriter and guitarist Keith Urban and screen queen Nicole Kidman (who revealed her own...
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