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John Keats would probably be insulted by my use of his theory of "negative capability"--an open-mindedness that submerges the conscious and allows the subconscious to interpret reality. I attended "Moliere" to be entertained, without any intention of connecting the famous actor/playwright's work with historical realism. I thoroughly enjoyed the movie--superb acting, beautiful costuming, and a
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The Hollywood Reporter
Witty, enjoyable costume drama imagines formative episode in life of French comedy giant. Full Review
A.O. Scott
The New York Times
Less forgivably, the movie is dull. Full Review
Ann Hornaday
Washington Post
An extravagant and thoroughly irresistible story of intrigue, romance, comedy and artistic inspiration. Full Review
Bernard Besserglik
The Hollywood Reporter
Witty, enjoyable costume drama imagines formative episode in life of French comedy giant. Full Review
Carrie Rickey
Philadelphia Inquirer
Though it might be Moliere for Dummies, it's infinitely more fun than French director Ariane Mnouchkine's tedious 1978 film portrait, a Moliere for Smarties that ran four hours plus and, like Tirard's movie, explored the comedy of tragedy. Full Review
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