My Fair Lady
The film is set in London in the early 1900s. The main character is Eliza Doolittle (played by Audrey Hepburn), a florist with a rough accent and clumsy mannerisms. One day, Professor Henry Higgins (played by Rex Harrison) overhears Eliza's speech and challenges himself to transform her into a lady.
Professor Higgins, an expert in language and speech,…
The film is set in London in the early 1900s. The main character is Eliza Doolittle (played by Audrey Hepburn), a florist with a rough accent and clumsy mannerisms. One day, Professor Henry Higgins (played by Rex Harrison) overhears Eliza's speech and challenges himself to transform her into a lady.
Professor Higgins, an expert in language and speech, takes Eliza as his "project" and begins to teach her proper speech and manners. Eliza undergoes intensive training in how to behave in a classy manner and speak flawless English.
During her education, Eliza receives support and friendship from three people: Professor Higgins, Colonel Hugh Pickering (played by Wilfrid Hyde-White), another language expert, and Freddie Eynsford-Hill (played by Jeremy Brett), who falls in love with Eliza.
Eliza faces many challenges on her journey to becoming a lady-in-waiting. She participates in sophisticated social circles and receives compliments, but at the same time she has to understand that external changes do not always guarantee happiness and acceptance.
"My Fair Lady" depicts Eliza's journey from a poor florist to a confident and independent woman in the form of a musical. The film combines magnificent musical numbers, exquisite staging and spectacular costumes, creating an unforgettable visual experience.
"My Fair Lady" was a huge hit and won several Oscars, including the Best Picture award. It is a classic of its time, which has enchanted audiences around the world with its music and timeless story.
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Draama Musikaali Oscar palkitut Perhe
Year: 1964
Audio track:
Englanti
Subtitles:
Suomi Ruotsi Tanska Norja
Director:
George Cukor
Starring:
Audrey HepburnRex HarrisonStanley Holloway
Added to the collection: 18.09.20 • Information edited: 21.01.26