Faubourg 36 (Paris 36) - 10 stars out of 10

Faubourg 36 (Paris 36) - 10 stars out of 10

"Faubourg 36" infuses delightful musical numbers into the movie without turning it into a musical.  Without question "Loin de Paname" should have won the Oscar for best song over that country song from Crazy Heart.  Throw in "Le mome Jojo" with a cute kid playing an accordion and you won't be able to resist this movie's soundtrack.  While Gerard Jugnot and Kad Merad successfully bring life to their characters, the highlight of this film is an enchanting performance by Nora Arnezeder.  Whenever she exits a scene, you will find yourself holding your breath as you wait for her to again brighten the screen with her electrifying smile.  The French setting and idea of bringing this theater to life might make you think "Moulin Rouge" but this movie manages to feel NOTHING like it while still leaving you just as satisfied in the end.