Every once in a while I come across a movie which grabs its own place in my heart.Here is a beautiful tale of a princess who wants to break out of constant advise, over protection, and bore dome with her royal duties and enjoy every moment like common people . The story unfolds over a night in Rome when the Princess Ann played by Audrey Hepburn who brings innocent charm and royalness to character, sneaks out of her palace on a trip to Italy.She is found on the streets late one evening by Joe the journalist, played skillfully by ,Gregory Peck who brings a smooth, tasteful touch to the character of Joe, who is a struggling newspaper writer.
Ann's holiday involves all sorts of normal activities which, when done in Rome and while accompanied by an attractive gentleman, transform her 24 hours of freedom into an ephemeral love affair. She gets her hair done, spends time walking the streets and eating in a café, goes for a ride on a motorbike, and visits a dance club (where her first fight occurs). Although she and Joe steal several kisses, their relationship never goes beyond that. Roman Holiday is about the possibilities of love more than the concrete realities. It reveals something most romantics recognize: the ideal love affair is almost always one that is never consummated. Especially in circumstances like these, fantasy trumps reality.
Audrey delivers a Oscar winning performance. If you don’t believe eyes can communicate your must see her in the last scene.More than 50 years after its release, Roman Holiday remains a staple of the romantic comedy fan's (like me ) movie library. Its a must watch if you are in love and its a must must watch if you are not.If you're in the mood for something refreshing Roman Holiday is the trip to take.
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