description Funny Face Overview
Funny Face is a 1957 American musical comedy starring Fred Astaire, Audrey Hepburn, and Kay Thompson. It diverges significantly from the earlier Broadway production by the Gershwin brothers, featuring a different plot and only incorporating four songs from that original work. The film was directed by Stanley Donen and written by Leonard Gershe.
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info Funny Face Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1957 |
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Did Audrey Hepburn do her own singing in Funny Face?
While Audrey Hepburn recorded the musical numbers for the film, her singing voice was ultimately dubbed by Marni Nixon for the final cut. Nixon was a prolific Hollywood ghost singer who also famously dubbed Hepburn in My Fair Lady.
What is the plot of the 1957 film Funny Face?
The story follows a fashion photographer, played by Fred Astaire, who discovers a shy, philosophical bookstore clerk, played by Audrey Hepburn. He transforms her into a high-fashion model and takes her to Paris for a glamorous photoshoot.
Who directed the movie Funny Face?
The film was directed by Stanley Donen, who previously worked with Audrey Hepburn on the acclaimed musical Royal Wedding. It features iconic music by the Gershwin brothers, including classic songs like 'S'Wonderful.'
Is Funny Face related to the Broadway musical of the same name?
The 1957 film significantly diverges from the 1927 Broadway production by the Gershwin brothers. While it only incorporates four songs from the original stage work, the plot is entirely different and was tailored specifically for Hepburn and Astaire.
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