Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

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The scent of desire
How exactly do you make a movie about smells? After all, a movie is all about sight and sound. Touch, taste and smell rarely come into it.But acclaimed German director Tom Tykwer manages to make us smell things, in his most disturbing movie to date, "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer." This time around, the talented Tykwer abandons his usual lovers-against-the-world stories for a lushly-filmed, darkly comic story of olfactory obsession. Yes, that is what I said.Jean-Baptiste Grenouillle (Ben Whishaw) is a man with a brilliant sense of smell, and zero body odor. He was born in a putrid fishmarket, raised in an orphanage, and later escapes from a tannery where he was working. He's enraptured by the many thrilling smells in the city -- he even kills a young girl, so that he can smell her lovely scent.In his search for the perfect scent, Jean-Baptiste gets a job with a once-famed perfume-maker (Dustin Hoffman). But after learning that not everything has...
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May 19, 2007 (MD USA) | Helpful Votes: 25 | Rating: 5

Smell You Later--"Perfume" Is A Wild And Pungent Ride Through A Demented World
It must be a daunting task when a filmmaker attempts to adapt a novel that has been deemed "unfilmable." Such is the challenge Tom Tykwer (the audacious "Run, Lola, Run") accepted when he decided to film "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer," the wildly popular cult novel by Patrick Suskind first printed in the US in 1986. Intrinsic to the success of telling the tale of "Perfume" is to convey a palpable sense of "smell" and its intoxicating powers. While a book may do this with pages and pages of prose, a film does not have this descriptive luxury--hence, it must attempt some sort of visual shorthand. I'm pleased to say that Tykwer was up to the task. With vivid art direction, stunning visuals, and bold editing choices--you feel, almost, as if you can smell this peculiar tale. While this may sound like dubious praise, it is actually the highest compliment.Set in 18th century France, "Perfume" relates the tragic tale of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille (Ben Whishaw). Born and...
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February 15, 2007 (Albuquerque, NM) | Helpful Votes: 113 | Rating: 4

"Perfume": The Smell Stays on Your Skin -- Whether You Like it or Not
If you're looking for something unusual, unconventional and unpredictable, "Perfume" is your film. I am not saying this will give a pleasant smell to you. Probably some people would be attracted to the complexity of the strange world where olfactory perception means everything. Or some would loath the film's story and main character itself, especially the conclusion. Whatever you may find it, Tom Tykwer's "Perfume" remains intriguing throughout as allegorical tale, dark comedy or serial killer suspense. Pick your choice.With John Hurt as narrator with slightly mocking tone, the eventful life story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille is introduced, and from the very first moment you realize "Perfume" is no ordinary film. The film successfully conveys how Paris in the 18th century (at least one certain district) smelled really bad, with too realistic scene of its fish market, which is followed by the birth of Jean-Baptiste. His life is destined to be a different one, and the first...
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April 9, 2007 (Kyoto, Japan) | Helpful Votes: 36 | Rating: 4

Jitterbug Perfume

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characters, setting, plot, language, WRITING...it's all here
This is my first Robbins' reading, recommended by a good friend with great taste in books. This book has just about everything I could ever ask for in a read: amazing, memorable characters that are so strange and unique that they feel all too real; dialouge lovingly rendered for each character; a wild ride across the globe, through history, customs, food, clothing, mating rituals, social class, and mythology; an amazingly intricate and creative plot that eventually ties up in the end; and finally, a grand theme that serves as the foundation to this whole wonderful, wild, imaginative, freeing ride.One gets the feeling that Robbins had a grand time writing this book. I was laughing out loud on one page, underlining passages of exquisite wisdom the next. Everything flows so naturally; the feel of this book is LIGHT, airy, featherweight. Yet like a drone or mantra, its rhythm and texture winds its way into you until you have been relaxed by Robbins' prose into another mindscape: HIS,...
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January 27, 2003 (Brooklyn, New York United States) | Helpful Votes: 153 | Rating: 5

A gem...
Damn, if Tom Robbins' "Jitterbug Perfume" isn't one of the most original, beautifully written books I've ever discovered! It is a novel that manages to be classical, comical, and comtemporary at the same time. To say that the plot involves a century-hoping effort to bottle and market the spirit of youth is like saying "Being John Malcovich" is the story of an actor's life.Part of what makes this book irresistable is its clever and lyrical language. Robbins describes a character getting out of a spring this way: "when he surfaced, spewing and sputtering, dead leaves and the addresses of a dozen hibernating frogs strewn throughout his beard...". He describes one character's internal experience this way: "... inside her swelling head... a music was rising, a happiness was rising; her dumpy old heart was rising, made buoyant and girlish again, a lost beach ball blown miles across a levee, illuminated by heat lightening."The book is amazing,...
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November 2, 2002 (San Francisco, CA United States) | Helpful Votes: 35 | Rating: 5

Tom Robbins is a genius!
If you have not discovered Tom Robbins yet, RUN don't walk to the bookstore or library. I have read every novel this man has put out and I can't wait for the next one. Jitterbug Perfume is by far the best, though. It's about a king who fears growing old, not because of the usual reasons, but because in his kingdom, the rules require the king to be put to death as soon as he starts to show signs of aging. When King Alobar wakes up with a gray hair in his beard, it's time to move on. He fakes his death with the help of his favorite wife and goes off into the pre-Christian world to find the secret of youth. From ancient Rome to modern New Orleans, he meets a cast of incredible characters and finds the love of his life who follows him through the ages. This is a book I've had to buy a few times, since I've loaned it out to people who loved it as much as I did. That's ok. I don't mind contributing to the best author I've seen in a long time.
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July 1, 1999 | Helpful Votes: 50 | Rating: 5

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Jitterbug Perfume
is an epic.

Which is to say, it begins in the forests of ancient Bohemia and doesn’t conclude until nine o’clock tonight (Paris time).

It is a saga, as well. A saga must have a hero, and the hero of this one is a janitor with a missing bottle.

The bottle is blue, very, very old, and embossed with the image of a goat-horned god.

If the liquid in the bottle actually is the secret essence of the universe, as some folks seem to think, it had better be discovered soon because it is leaking and there is only a drop or two left. Top to learn more

Offbeat shopping.(six online shopping services based in Colorado): An article from: ColoradoBiz

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This digital document is an article from ColoradoBiz, published by Wiesner Publications, Inc. on November 1, 2000. The length of the article is 2360 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Offbeat shopping.(six online shopping services based in Colorado)
Publication: ColoradoBiz (Magazine/Journal)
Date: November 1, 2000
Publisher: Wiesner Publications, Inc.
Volume: 27 Issue: 11 Page: 55

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Vera Wang By Vera Wang For Women. Eau De Parfum Spray 3.4 Ounces

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Vera wonderful!!!
I love this fragrance. I fell for it immediately. It's very fresh and light not at all harsh or overly strong. And, it smells great on pretty much anyone.
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August 31, 2006 (FL, USA) | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 5

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Introduced in 2002. Fragrance notes: mandarin, lotus and iris, exotic and feminine. Recommended use: romantic. Top to learn more

A winner!
This perfume is as fabulous as all the reviews say. It's a winner! It is feminine, floral (but not too), layered, surprisingly complex and yet not too heavy. It is a masterful example of what a truly fine perfume should be. This would make a wonderful gift for new brides, Mom's, wives or sweethearts. Or just treat yourself.
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April 21, 2005 (Memphis, TN) | Helpful Votes: 12 | Rating: 4

Classy and beautiful
The fragrance by Vera Wang is a very beautiful, womanly scent. I can see why it is advertised as "the wedding fragrance", although everyone should choose what they feel comfortable with for their special day. :)Vera Wang has notes of Bulgarian Rose, Calla Lily, Mandarin Flower, Gardenia, Lotus, Iris, White Stephanotis. It's very elegant and will make you feel so confident. It starts out strong, but it mellows out so nicely on skin and the way it mixes with your body chemistry. I get a tiny hint of a powdery smell from it too, especially after an hour of wearing it.The bottle is gorgeous. I love thick, glass bottles. The 1.7 oz retails at $65, and the 3.4 oz at $85. I think some places have a set (1.7 oz. fragrance, lotion, body wash, and mini parfum) for $75. Good deal if you like to layer your scent. The lasting power is so-so. It'll last about 3 hours, and then gets quite faint, although still there.If you get the chance, try this on...
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May 4, 2005 (CA) | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 4

Nautica Blue By Nautica For Men Edt Spray 3.4 Oz

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My other colognes are getting jealous
So I've tried the classic Nautica fragrance a few years back and don't remember being 'too' blown away by it but this stuff is just awesome. It isn't overwhelming and has a light, yet very enjoyable aroma. I seriously leave it in my truck and use it all the time. Maybe that's not good for it but I love using a spray or two before I go wherever I'm headed. You will not be disappointed with this purchase.
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July 25, 2010 | Helpful Votes: 12 | Rating: 5

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NAUTICA BLUE by Nautica for Men EDT SPRAY 3.4 OZ Peach, Pineapple, Jasmine, Cedar, Bergamot, Musk, Sandalwood, Water Lily Top to learn more

Misunderstood cologne
I've read some of the bad reviews here and how they describe the scent and began to ask myself, "why did they buy this in the first place?" I found this for super cheap on Amazon and decided to make this a blind buy after reading some reviews about it. The reviews from other sites mentioned it was a more sophisticated version of Davidoff's Cool Water, but it really isn't.I got this home and decided to try it on, thinking it might have notes of citrus, but this cologne is nothing but an aquatic. At first I was disappointed, but then realized just looking at the design of the box and bottle that this cologne was meant recreate the crisp, clean, and fresh scent coming from the ocean. It's fresh, aquatic, and has a hint of blueberry.I'm currently trying to finish up my sporty fragrances, before making this my everyday cologne. I still use this every once in a while when I get tired of the usual frags I use. It's great, and for the price - who can complain?
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September 8, 2010 (Philadelphia, PA) | Helpful Votes: 61 | Rating: 4

Pleasant Fragrance, Great for everyday use
Ok, I thought it's just 16 bucks for a 3.4Oz bottle, let's give it a try. I am happy with my decision. It's mild and not over-powering. As soon as I apply it to my skin, it smells like mild vodka and in few seconds, it gives out a pleasant aquatic fragrance. Although, I have observed that the fragrance on the skin (hand/neck) does not hold all day long but it does keep the fragrance on the shirt. I have tried other fragrances in this price range ($15-30) but very disappointed by their flowery smell. This one does not disappoint. I use this for everyday application. This is definitely not for special occasions, keep a bottle of John Varvatos or BVLGari or something that fits your skin. Goodluck shopping and try it, you might like it as well.
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October 20, 2010 (Bay Area, Ca) | Helpful Votes: 16 | Rating: 4

Kai Perfume Oil, 1/8 oz

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Got a Question for me? Powered by Aol.com   Product Details Devastatingly feminine Our intoxicating perfume oil fragrance made with essential oils in a convenient and easy to use roll-on vial Blend of white flowers Notes of gardenia, white exotic florals, tuberose, jasmine and lily Lush, but clean Dear visitor! This website has been designed to help you find THE BEST PRICE. When you are ready to buy, your payment will be processed through one of the most TRUSTED SUPPLIERS directly. Thank you for shopping with us!

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A Maui vacation in a tiny bottle
I purchased this while on vacation on Maui and it is by far my most favorite scent of all time. It smells like a lush 75 degree rainstorm over a heap of gardenias... It is just the lovliest scent I've ever encountered. You will not be dissapointed.
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April 10, 2008 (Chicago, IL) | Helpful Votes: 6 | Rating: 5

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Enjoy portable paradise with Kai's incredibly handy and delectably fresh perfume oil. Dab on pulse points-anytime, anyplace-for warm, gardenia-infused aroma. Complete with roll-on applicator, perfectly sized (and scented) for beach or evening bags. Top to learn more

Love the smell ~ Doesn't last as long as spray version
I love this scent - it supposedly wears different on everyone, depending on your body composition. It's a light gardenia scent, and while I normally stick to sweeter/citrus perfumes (I can't stand musky or flowery scents... rose and vanilla are also scent nightmares for me), Kai is perfectly light and fragrant. It smells fresh and isn't overbearing. The only problem with the roll-on is that it doesn't last very long or provide a very strong application. Actually, the spray perfume also wears out quickly... I find myself spraying in the morning and reapplying with the roll on later in the day. The portability of the roll-on is perfect, but I've lost one before out of my clutch b/c the size is so small. This stuff ain't cheap so keep an eye on it!
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March 28, 2010 | Helpful Votes: 5 | Rating: 4