Paris: Encountering the Romance and the Mundaneness in Scenes

Speak of Paris, the word "romance" springs to mind. Every year, besides tourists, many filmmakers are also attracted by the city's romantic vibe and set their stories in Paris. However, Paris is not just about romance. Ordinary things also happen here every day in every corner of Paris. As a tourist, visiting the film locations is also an important factor for choosing a destination. Without further ado, let's take a look at some of the classic films shot in Paris.

Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain, or The Fabulous Destiny of Amélie Poulain was released in 2001 and was directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. The film tells the story of Amélie, played by Audrey Tautou, who sets out on a journey to find the owner of an iron box after an accidental discovery. The café where Emily works, Café des Deux Moulins, is featured a lot in the film and is always a must-see for fans of the film. And don't forget the Basilique Sacre Coeur, where Emily returns the photo album of Nino, the main male character, to him in a special way.

Before Sunset is the second sequel of Before Sunrise, and this time Jesse and Celine met each other in Paris. They continued the same way they did nine years ago, walking around the city they were in and talking about life, ideals and love. If you want to follow in their footsteps, please don't miss Shakespeare and Company which could date back to 1919. Spending an afternoon there on reading seems a great idea to enjoy the authentic vibe of the film. The bookstore is located right on the banks of the Seine and therefore, after reading, you can also take a walk along the river. Try to relax and take your time to truly feel Paris.

Paris, je t'aime, or Paris, I Love You in English comprises 18 short stories directed by more than 20 directors. Some reviewers said that the real leading character of the film is the city of Paris. You might understand the reason why they said so after watching the film. You could see various landmarks of Paris in the film, including Place de la Bastille, the Eiffel Tower and Jardin des Tuileries. After visiting filming locations in which the 18 stories were set, you would definitely get a glimpse of life in this capital of romance.