"Casablanca" is a romantic drama movie released in 1942, directed by Michael Curtiz. The movie tells the story of Rick Blaine, an American expatriate who runs a nightclub in Casablanca during World War II. When Rick's former lover, Ilsa Lund, shows up with her husband, a Czech Resistance leader, Rick must choose between his love for Ilsa and his commitment to helping the resistance effort.
The movie features iconic performances from Humphrey Bogart as Rick Blaine and Ingrid Bergman as Ilsa Lund, as well as appearances by Paul Henreid and Claude Rains. The story is a timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption, set against the backdrop of a war-torn world. The movie is known for its memorable quotes and moments, including the famous line, "Here's looking at you, kid."
"Casablanca" received critical acclaim and was a commercial success, grossing over $4 million worldwide. It won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Screenplay. The movie remains a classic and is considered one of the greatest movies ever made, as well as a testament to the enduring power of cinema to tell stories that resonate with audiences across generations.
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Zahra Almailady is a wife and mom first but she discovered a passion for cinema and after graduating from UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television she dove into cinematography. Now Zahra writes movie reviews just for fun ad really enjoys it. Zahra loves reading, cooking, and windsurfing. She lives in New Zealand, with her husband two sons, and four cats.
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