Roxanne
In this modern take on Edmond Rostand's classic play "Cyrano de Bergerac," C. D. Bales is the witty, intelligent, and brave fire chief of a small Pacific Northwest town who, due to the size of his enormous nose, declines to pursue the girl of his dreams, lovely Roxanne Kowalski. Instead, when his shy underling Chris McConnell becomes smitten with Roxanne, C.D. feeds the handsome young man the words of love to win her heart.
Critics Sentiment
C.D. delivers twenty clever insults about his nose in bar
Roxanne learns C.D. wrote the letters and punches him
The film peaks with C.D.'s brilliant twenty insults scene, then drops significantly when Roxanne discovers the deception and punches him
Roxanne receives consistent praise as a charming and well-crafted romantic comedy that successfully modernizes Cyrano de Bergerac. Critics universally admire Steve Martin's performance, wit, and physical comedy, particularly highlighting the bar scene and romantic sequences. While some find the plot conventional and the resolution predictable, most reviewers appreciate the film's balance of humor and genuine emotion.
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Steve Martin
C.D. "Charlie" Bales
Daryl Hannah
Roxanne Kowalski
Rick Rossovich
Chris McConnell
Shelley Duvall
Dixie
John Kapelos
Chuck
Fred Willard
Mayor Deebs
Max Alexander
Dean
Michael J. Pollard
Andy
Steve Mittleman
Ralston
Damon Wayans
Jerry
Matt Lattanzi
Trent
Shandra Beri
Sandy
Blanche Rubin
Sophie
Jane Campbell
Dottie
Jean Sincere
Nina
Claire Caplan
Lydia
Thom Curley
Jim
Ritch Shydner
Drunk #1
Kevin Nealon
Drunk #2
Brian George
Cosmetic Surgeon
Crew
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