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The Moderns 1988

“Paris, 1926... there was nothing more modern.”

★ 5.9/10 R ComedyDramaRomance Released
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What is The Moderns?

The Moderns is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1988
Status
Released
Runtime
126 minutes
Release date
Apr 15, 1988
Studios
Nelson Entertainment, Alive Productions
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
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83 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Drama #Romance

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The Moderns is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Nelson Entertainment, Alive Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A struggling American artist in 1920s Paris gets entangled in a dangerous art forgery plot.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a vibrant expatriate setting in 1920s Paris
  • involves an intriguing art forgery plot
Keep in mind
  • the protagonist spends a lot of time drinking and socializing
  • features complicated entanglements with an ex-wife

Watch it if you enjoy stories about struggling artists and expatriate life in 1920s Paris.

This film carries an R rating and includes comedic, dramatic, and romantic elements.

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When is the film set?

The film is set in 1920s Paris.

Who is the main character?

The main character is Nick Hart, a struggling American artist.

What does Nick want the gallery owner to do?

Nick pesters gallery owner Libby Valentin to sell his paintings.

What plot does Nick get involved in?

He becomes involved in a plot by wealthy art patroness Nathalie de Ville to forge three paintings.

Who is Bertram Stone?

Bertram Stone is an American rubber magnate who is married to Nick's ex-wife Rachel.

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