Mark Squire

An excellent modern adaption. Paradoxically, I'm not always a fan of Spielberg movies but this one is a gem. The conflicting intensities between the star-crossed lovers' relationship within the backdrop of the useless Jets v Sharks feud is handled very well. The music remains lively, beautiful and timeless.

I went to the movie to escape the heat but the real heat was in the movie itself: Agatha Christie meets Wake In Fright! I last saw Eric Bana as Con in The Castle. The bloke can act. Please see this movie.

I agree with most of the comments. The title itself is clever and refers to three things: the French period between 1871 and 1914 (a celebrated period of great artists, musicians and engineers); the protagonist revisiting the 'beautiful period' in his life; and the name of the restaurant itself. Apart from the imaginative plot, there were some funny scenes such as the orgy group and the lady pausing to give 'Hitler' a couple of good whacks! Only the French could make this movie – very good: 4.5 stars