Perfume The Story Of A Murderer English Subtitles
Introduction
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a 2006 German period psychological thriller film directed by Tom Tykwer, based on the 1985 novel Perfume by Patrick Süskind. The movie is a masterpiece of storytelling, cinematography, and acting. It tells the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an 18th-century Frenchman who is born with no body odor but with an extraordinary sense of smell. Grenouille becomes a master perfumer who is obsessed with creating the perfect scent. However, his obsession with smells leads him down a dark path of murder and madness.
Plot
The movie takes place in 18th-century France and follows the life of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. Grenouille is born with no body odor, which makes him an outcast from birth. He grows up in an orphanage, where he is mistreated and abused. However, he discovers that he has an extraordinary sense of smell, which he uses to his advantage.
After leaving the orphanage, Grenouille becomes an apprentice to a perfumer in Paris. He quickly learns the art of perfumery and becomes obsessed with creating the perfect scent. Grenouille's obsession leads him on a dark path of murder and madness as he hunts for the perfect scent.
Grenouille's ultimate goal is to create a perfume that will make him the most powerful person in the world. He believes that the perfect scent will give him complete control over people's emotions and desires. To achieve this goal, Grenouille must collect the scents of beautiful young women, which he does by murdering them.
Cast
The movie features an incredible cast of actors, including:
- Ben Whishaw as Jean-Baptiste Grenouille
- Alan Rickman as Antoine Richis
- Rachel Hurd-Wood as Laura Richis
- Dustin Hoffman as Giuseppe Baldini
Cinematography
The cinematography in Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is stunning. The movie was filmed in a number of locations throughout Europe, including Spain, Germany, and France. The cinematography captures the beauty of these locations and adds to the overall atmosphere of the film.
The use of color in the movie is also noteworthy. The color palette is muted and subdued, which adds to the dark and brooding atmosphere of the film.
Soundtrack
The soundtrack for Perfume: The Story of a Murderer was composed by Tom Tykwer, Johnny Klimek, and Reinhold Heil. The music is haunting and evocative, and it perfectly captures the mood of the film.
The use of sound in the movie is also noteworthy. The sound is used to enhance the overall atmosphere of the film, and it is particularly effective in the scenes where Grenouille is using his sense of smell.
Reception
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer received generally positive reviews from critics. The movie has a rating of 7.5/10 on IMDb and a 72% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The movie was praised for its stunning cinematography, haunting music, and incredible performances by the cast. However, some critics felt that the movie was too slow-paced and that the ending was unsatisfying.
Conclusion
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a masterpiece of storytelling, cinematography, and acting. The movie tells the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an 18th-century Frenchman who is born with no body odor but with an extraordinary sense of smell. Grenouille becomes a master perfumer who is obsessed with creating the perfect scent. However, his obsession with smells leads him down a dark path of murder and madness.
The movie features an incredible cast of actors, stunning cinematography, and haunting music. It is a must-see for anyone who appreciates great storytelling and filmmaking.
