Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)

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Holly Golightly is an eccentric New York City playgirl determined to marry a Brazilian millionaire. But when young writer Paul Varjak moves into her apartment building, her past threatens to get in their way.

Overview
"Breakfast at Tiffany's" is a 1961 romantic funny film directed by Blake Edwards. Based Upon Truman Capote's novella from 1958, the film stars Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly and George Peppard as Paul Varjak. This film is thought about a classic of American cinema and is particularly kept in mind for Hepburn's defining role as the eccentric, flighty and enduringly charming Holly.

Plot
The movie begins with Golightly, a naïve, eccentric café society woman in New York City, looking at the window of high-end jewelry store Tiffany & Co., symbolizing her love for high-end however unaffinity towards involvement or dedication. When having a hard time writer Paul Varjak moves into her apartment, an appealing connection types. Varjak, sponsored by an older lady in return for being her companion, is intrigued by Holly's way of life and independence.

Golightly, identified to wed abundant, is resistant to Varjak's increasing love. Holly's past eventually surfaces when Doc, a guy who declares to be her partner from Texas, arrives. The revelation that Holly left her hubby and kids to pursue a better life in New York exposes a darker undertone to her extroverted façade.

Turning Point
As Holly continues chasing wealthy suitors, Varjak becomes disillusioned. When he confronts her about her lack of authenticity, she implicates him of attempting to "own" her (comparable to his plan with his older buddy). Nevertheless, when the Brazilian millionaire she was courting leaves her since of her scandalous reputation, Holly prepares to leave for South America anyway. However upon discovering Varjak's sensations for her, and regardless of declining his initial confession of love, she has a change of mind.

Climax
In the climax, Holly launches her cherished feline into the putting rain, symbolizing her worry of dedication and accessory. An upset Varjak leaves her, however Holly soon realizes her error and enters search of the lost feline. She finds both Varjak and the feline soaking damp in an alley, resulting in an emotional reunion, which represents her approval of love and commitment.

Key Themes
The motion picture records styles of identity, love, and self-reliance. Throughout the story, everything from Holly's exterior, to her worry of dedication and her aspiration to marry abundant, is challenged by the sincere affection she receives from Varjak. Her character represents the battle in between securing monetary independence and giving up to authentic emotional bonding.

Tradition
"Breakfast at Tiffany's" is renowned for Hepburn's special style and her efficiency of the timeless tune "Moon River", which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. The movie likewise made Hepburn a Best Actress election. Despite the passage of decades, the movie stays a timeless romantic funny that explores the complicated human nature and intricacies of relationships.

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