Home video review: 'Magic in the Moonlight'

December 12, 2014 at 9:28PM
Left to right: Emma Stone as Sophie and Colin Firth as Stanley Photo by Jack English © 2014 Gravier Productions, Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics
Emma Stone and Colin Firth make “Magic.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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'Magic' and Firth

Emma Stone and Colin Firth bring an amusing vitality to a movie, especially when they're engaged in quick-witted sparring. So seeing them try to outmaneuver each other in "Magic in the Moonlight" (PG-13, Sony, $30-$35), Woody Allen's latest period romantic comedy, is delightful. "Magic" has many pleasures: good dialogue, a jazzy score, an element of mystery and an idyllic, summery setting. It's also beautifully shot using what appears to be natural light. Contains a brief suggestive comment and smoking throughout. Extras include a behind-the-scenes production featurette and "On the Red Carpet: Los Angeles Film Premiere," interviews with Stone, Firth and others.

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