THE LAST TIME I SAW PARIS

Cinemavixion Review

Richard Brooks' "The Last Time I Saw Paris" is a poignant post-war drama that masterfully captures the allure and subsequent heartbreak of post-World War II Paris through the eyes of an American journalist, Charles Wills. Anchored by a compelling performance from Elizabeth Taylor, who portrays the glamorous yet troubled Helen Ellswirth, the film chronicles a whirlwind romance that blossoms into marriage, wealth, and ultimately, tragedy. Van Johnson as Wills, alongside Donna Reed and Walter Pidgeon, provides solid support in this tale of love, loss, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of success. While the film garnered a respectable 70% on Rotten Tomatoes, its critical reception was more divided, with Metacritic scoring it 49/100, suggesting a complex audience response to its emotional depth. Despite its mixed reviews, the film remains a significant entry in Elizabeth Taylor's filmography, beautifully set against the backdrop of an unforgettable Parisian landscape.