The all-time favorite Absinthe scene – Absinthe in Moulin Rouge featuring Kylie Minogue as the Green Fairy! With this movie, the hype around Absinthe began. The Moulin Rouge establishment as the epitome of Absinthe culture helped a lot to reanimate the cult around Absinthe. Thanks, Hollywood!
Absinthe Scene: Moulin Rouge
“Moulin Rouge!” is a 2001 jukebox musical romantic drama film directed by Baz Luhrmann. Set in the bohemian Montmartre district of Paris in the year 1899, the film tells the story of a young English poet named Christian (played by Ewan McGregor) who falls in love with the beautiful and charismatic courtesan Satine (played by Nicole Kidman), the star of the Moulin Rouge cabaret.
The film opens with Christian arriving in Paris, where he becomes involved with a group of bohemian artists and performers who are working on a revolutionary new play. Through a series of events, Christian finds himself at the Moulin Rouge, where he meets Satine and is immediately smitten by her.
Satine, however, is entangled in a complicated web of obligations to the Moulin Rouge’s wealthy and controlling patron, the Duke of Monroth (played by Richard Roxburgh). The Moulin Rouge’s owner, Harold Zidler (played by Jim Broadbent), has promised the Duke that Satine will become his, in exchange for funding the new play that the bohemians are working on.
Despite the obstacles in their path, Christian and Satine embark on a passionate love affair, which they must keep secret from the Duke and the other inhabitants of the Moulin Rouge. As their love deepens, they become determined to defy the odds and find a way to be together, even as the specter of the Duke’s jealousy looms over them.
The film is notable for its lavish production design, extravagant musical numbers, and eclectic soundtrack featuring popular songs from various genres and eras. As Christian and Satine navigate the complexities of love and desire, their story unfolds against a backdrop of dazzling spectacle and vibrant energy, capturing the essence of the bohemian spirit of turn-of-the-century Paris.
“Moulin Rouge!” is ultimately a tale of love, sacrifice, and the transformative power of art. It combines elements of romance, tragedy, and comedy to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant cinematic experience that has captivated audiences around the world.