This iconic film musical features continuous sung dialogue rather than spoken words, with music by Michel Legrand. It won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and influenced modern musical theater.
Les Parapluies de Cherbourg is a celebrated film musical composed by Michel Legrand, known for its lush orchestration and continuous sung dialogue. This version adapts its themes into a two-voice choral format.
"Les Parapluies de Cherbourg" is a 1964 romantic drama musical film directed by Jacques Demy, with music by Michel Legrand. Its innovative use of continuous sung dialogue and lush orchestration made it a landmark in cinema and music history.
Film musical masterpiece composed by Michel Legrand for Jacques Demy's 1964 romantic drama, featuring continuous sung dialogue.
Les parapluies de Cherbourg (The Umbrellas of Cherbourg) is a groundbreaking 1964 musical film where all dialogue is sung. Composed by Michel Legrand with lyrics by Jacques Demy, it features Catherine Deneuve in her breakthrough role. The work blends pop, jazz and classical elements into a seamless sung narrative, winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes and receiving multiple Oscar nominations.
