Moulin Rouge - Dual Format

Set in 19th Century Paris, despondent artist Toulouse Lautrec (Jose Ferrer), frustrated by his physical handicaps, seeks solace in the drink, dance and distractions offered up at the infamous Moulin Rouge nightclub. An encounter with a young girl in desperate need of help (Colette Marchand) brings hope to his lonely life but, in the lusty atmosphere of the Belle Epoque, romance can quickly turn to rivalry...Directed by two-time Oscar winner John Huston (The African Queen, Beat the Devil) the film went on to be nominated for seven Academy Awards, winning two for Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. This stunning 4K restoration brings new life to the film's exquisite production design and Technicolor photography, brilliantly evoking Lautrec's unique artistic visions.Special features:Newly restored in 4K and released in the UK on Blu-ray for the first timeNewly recorded commentary with continuity supervisor Angela Allen.**FIRST PRESSING ONLY** Fully illustrated booklet with new writing on the film and full film credits.Other extras TBC