Wednesday, April 22, 2009


Hello My Friends! Today is the day! The new Coco Avant Chanel movie is being released in France today. Those lucky ducks! If you do not speak French you may be waiting a while for the subtitled version. I cannot wait to see this movie. I am a huge fan of Coco Chanel. Not as much for the fashion (which is amazing) but more so for her life story. Very inspiring, very controversial, very real.


Audrey Tautou (of Amelie fame) is playing the young Coco. The stills from the film are stunning.



I can hardly contain my excitement!



What I wouldn't give to walk the back areas of the atelier! Who has Karl's number, I need a personal tour!

The photo shoot in Coco's apartment on Rue Cambon. I did a post on Chanel and her apartment many moons ago. Here it is if you are interested.


Some fabulous pics of Audrey for you.


I love this one! Very reminiscent of another Audrey to me!



Wow! I thought she was a great fit as the young Coco. Then I saw this image of Coco and Audrey next to each other. Definitely a match. I can imagine this is close to what Chanel looked like in her youth.


And, of course an image of the legend herself! If you are lucky enough to view the film, I would love to hear how it was. I can't wait to get my hands on it.
Until next time!
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36 comments:

  1. DaVina LoVeApril 22, 2009 at 3:59 AM

    i never heard about this movie..definetly must watch movie..i can't waitu for a subtitle in english version

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  2. La Mom-an American Mom in ParisApril 22, 2009 at 4:51 AM

    Audrey is fab! This film is on my must-see list. You know I'm two degrees separated from Audrey? She's the cousin of an ex-colleague of mine. Hey, two degrees is better than nothing...

    La Mom
    An American Mom in Paris

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  3. StephanieApril 22, 2009 at 5:37 AM

    I hope this comes to the U.S. with subtitles, but I think I would even watch it without the subtitles! This looks so good.

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  4. ArchitectDesign™April 22, 2009 at 5:45 AM

    I totally forgot this was coming out this spring! I can't wait for it to come state side!!!

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  5. A Gift Wrapped LifeApril 22, 2009 at 5:58 AM

    This might mean I have to fly to France just to see this movie....but since that isn't possible I'll just have to be patient, but I am dying to see this movie too. I'm with you on seeing an Atelier, that would be on my dream list of things to do, shadow someone like Karl Lagerfield.Great post!

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  6. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 22, 2009 at 6:07 AM

    OMG! You just awakened a latent spirit in me for fashion! I want to dress like this. No matter what age, if you are somewhat fit, you can dress like Coco and Audrey. Done. Merci! Anita

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  7. AndiApril 22, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    I am excited too! I cannot wait. I will be in Paris in May and hope to catch it. I adore Chanel, Coco Chanel and Audrey Tatou, it should be wonderful. Thanks for the gorgeous pictures!

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  8. AnonymousApril 22, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    I have to agree with you, her fashion sense was stunning, but her life was what captivated me. Thank you for sharing...

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  9. Noel SolomonApril 22, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I love these stories! I don't know how you di it, but you capture some of the best photos! I am GREATLY enjoying this post. ;)
    xo - Noel

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  10. KelliApril 22, 2009 at 8:17 AM

    Love, Love, Love the stills!
    I did a post on this a bit back as well but I am going to link to this one today!
    I wish we could fly to Paris and check it out!!!!

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  11. à la parisienneApril 22, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Judith,
    I just learn so many interesting things from your blog that I think to myself I should already know-but I don't! I just love Audrey Tautou; she is my absolute favorite actress. I have to watch every movie that she's in. I never realized that these too women were so similar in appearance yet the side by side image shows it (as you stated) Wow, it just seems like Audrey Tautou has so much going for her- her beauty, her charm, her talent, and she looks like Coco Chanel! I KNOW that I will be purchasing this movie! I can't wait to see it!

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  12. MApril 22, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    I can't wait to see!
    Xoxo
    M

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  13. UnknownApril 22, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    the stills ARE amazing - based on those alone, i know i will love the film (lots of eye candy)!
    plus, i love Audrey Tatou from her Amelie days...who doesn't!?!?
    yayy!
    xox

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  14. Miss KrisApril 22, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    Hi Judith~

    I just can't wait to see this film...I loved watching the Lifetime version of Coco's life...what a very interesting life!!! I just love Audrey and her as Coco will be such a delight!!! Lovely images!

    ~Miss Kris~

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  15. Lucy April 22, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Oh how I'd love to see this! Maybe we'll be lucky here in Quebec (since it is a French province after all)- and we do get releases in French first- and- we also get all the foreign films first...so I'll definitely be looking out for it! Thanks:)

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  16. Lucy April 22, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Hey Judith, I'm back! Come on over...for yet another award!

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  17. Love Your HomesApril 22, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    Judith,
    Je t'adore ma petite.

    I also a huge fan of Gabrielle Chanel, she is truly an inspiration to women and raw model of how to become succesful. All her work is of superior quality, being a craftsman myself I so enjoy to see the very fine finish of small details.

    Now I have to wait even longer to see this movie being presented in Sweden....so Paris in spring, why not.

    Á toute a l'heure et merci, ma chère.
    Ingela

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  18. Chris April 22, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    I am so excited to see this. I can't wait. She is a great match as well. I love her.

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  19. Ingrid MidaApril 22, 2009 at 5:22 PM

    I can hardly wait to see the movie myself! I am currently reading a book about Chanel. I found it amazing that she was once a milliner and didn't let class barriers prevent her from following her dreams.

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  20. FrenchBlueApril 22, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    Oh My Judith!!
    I am so jealous I want to see it sooner than later!! I can't wait until it comes here! The images are priceless... Thank you for always posting the very best for us!
    xoxo's
    Janet

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  21. MerisiApril 23, 2009 at 5:17 AM

    Thank you so much for posting about this wonderful film, I am looking forward to see it!

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  22. GraceApril 23, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    I love your blog. I can not wait till it is in the States with subtitles hopefully when I go to Paris I can see it. Can visitors really see Coc's Apartment? I have to look it up Hugs Grace

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  23. ceeceeApril 23, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Audrey was a perfect coice! I don't know where I've been - I didn't even know they were making this movie, so I am very excited. At least now I don't have to wait too long to see it.
    Catherine

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  24. Renée FinbergApril 24, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    what is it?
    we love Coco so much, can you imagine being a legend like she is ?

    xx beautiful post!

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  25. Paul PincusApril 24, 2009 at 6:33 AM

    i agree with catherine ... audrey is perfection as coco! i can't wait to see the film.

    cheers, -paul

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  26. Fifi FlowersApril 24, 2009 at 8:03 AM

    I cannot wait to see this film!
    ENJOY your weekend!
    Fifi

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  27. gatherings homeApril 24, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    Hi Judith! I just love your posts. They are always so rich and full of history. This post and it's pictures tell the story beautifully! Thanks for the inspiration.

    xo
    Carol

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  28. TheBeautyFileApril 24, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    I love Audrey Tatou and I love the CC story, can't wait to catch this one! She's so overwhelmingly pretty and sweet!

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  29. Auntie sezzzzzz...April 24, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    Thank you so much, for these posts.

    'AA'

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  30. Velvet and LinenApril 26, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    It seems like I have been patiently waiting for the release of this movie forever. I can't wait to see in here in the US! I think everyone admires Coco.

    xo
    Brooke

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  31. UnknownApril 29, 2009 at 6:03 AM

    I was thinking this movie was going to be all in french of course. Are they even releasing it here in the U.S.? I would love to see it!! Daisy~

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  32. AnonymousApril 29, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    Audrey is so fresh and fun to see in this era!

    Betsy

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  33. Real Card StudioApril 30, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    SO excited for the movie!! What beautiful photos you share, thank you!

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  34. GeissleinJune 2, 2009 at 6:06 AM

    Audrey is one of the most beautiful women ever! If I would be a man I would fall in love with her... ;o)

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  35. Download Coco Before Chanel MovieJanuary 8, 2010 at 12:31 AM

    OH MY GOD! What a tremendous blog you make with fantastic and attractive cool pics. It really impress me so much. You have done outstanding and marvelous job. It gave me a beyond ordinary, Ecstasy-filled experience. Anyways this movie is the ultimate entertainment for all the viewers. Trust me people, this is the best movie, I must say that I enjoyed this mind-blowing movie a lot.

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