With the holiday season rapidly approaching, Netflix’s newest film has already claimed the number 1 spot in the Top 10 rankings. Deviating from the usual thrillers and true-crime documentaries, “Champagne Problems” is a refreshing romantic comedy.
With its charming setting in Paris and a delightful cast, the film stars Minka Kelly as Sydney Price, an ambitious executive on a mission to acquire Château Cassell, one of France’s most prestigious champagne houses.
Directed and written by Mark Steven Johnson, it brings together actor, comedian and musician Sean Amsing, who plays Roberto, a billionaire hipster with a love for wine and parties and German actor Flula Borg as Otto Moller, who adds a touch of dry humour to the story.
The plot unfolds in the City of Lights, where on her very first night in Paris, Sydney decides to take a break from her whirlwind work schedule.
It is during this well-deserved escapade that she meets Henri, a charming stranger played by Tom Wozniczka, in a bookshop. Their instant connection sparks a magical evening and sets the stage for the adventures that follow.
After spending the night with Henri, the holiday spirit quickly transforms into a complicated dilemma when Sydney arrives to close the big deal at Château Cassell, only to discover that Henri is not just any stranger, but the son of Hugo (Thibault de Montalembert), the founder of the champagne house.
Sydney finds herself torn between her professional ambitions and growing feelings for Henri, complicating what should have been just a straightforward business transaction.
“Champagne Problems” captures the essence of romantic escapades that viewers have come to adore for decades.
From exploring the lively Parisian streets during Christmas, to navigating the ups and downs of love and business, the storyline is not groundbreaking, but it’s the perfect balance of comedy, aspirations and, most of all, romance.
If you’re looking for a film that combines laughter, love and a sprinkle of Parisian magic, this is the film to watch.
Rating: *** solid and enjoyable, though not groundbreaking.
