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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1929 Vision of Frank Borzage
In the storied career of Frank Borzage, They Had to See Paris stands as a the atmospheric immersion that Frank Borzage achieves throughout They Had to See Paris. Reflecting the political and social shifts of the 1929s, it reinforces the idea that cinema is a medium of infinite possibilities.
In They Had to See Paris, Frank Borzage pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | High-Contrast |
| Soundtrack | Orchestral |
| Editing | Invisible |
| Art Direction | Kitsch |
Visualizing the convergence of Frank Borzage's style and the core Romance narrative.
Oklahoma mechanic Pike Peters strikes it rich in an oil field. His wife decides that the family must go to Paris to get culture and meet the right kind of people. They soon have flirtatious French admirers as Pike clashes with aristocracy.
Decades after its release, They Had to See Paris remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Frank Borzage's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.