Casablanca takes place during the war era.It is a place in which people stop by as they travel/escape out of Europe.As the WWII rages, desperation grows because people want to flee the dangerous situations.This city is an optimal spot for a restaurant, as Rick set up.Rick, the club owner (Humphrey Bogart), has various relationships with both the customers and also other townspeople.In general, it is a character that is respected by others, but not friendly and intimate.His stoic attitude changes as Victor Laszlo (Paul Henreid) and Ilsa come into town.Victor is a fighter for Czech Resistance and stirs up trouble with the German Nazi officials.Ilsa, his beautiful date, was once involved with Rick in former years.As Rick and Ilsa reconcile their love affair in Pairs, Rick is reminded of his deep wound as Ilsa mysteriously left him.Although Ilsa and Rick do have a passionate deep burning love for each other, their ideal situation of being together is weight by Ilsa’s marriage (to Victor).As Ilsa, Rick, and Victor attempt to revolve their love triangle, the presence of the Nazi officials heat up the tension and restlessness of the soon-to-be refuges.What will be the result of the officials?Will Ilsa and Victor stay together because it is the moral thing to do? Or will Rick and Ilsa be able to truly love each other like it was meant to be all those years ago?
This movie is full of a wonderful cast.Although there is a romantic plot, there are also other interactions of supporting characters that focuses on life outside the romance.A life is happening outside the love triangle which is entertaining.Rick’s Restaurant is guaranteed to be full with entertainment, despite the gloomy and solemn times outside of Casablanca.
I personally enjoyed the decade (setting) and the culture appropriate props.If anybody else likes the 40’s, romance, and Humphrey Bogart, then you will definitely enjoy traveling to Casablandce.
Note: Again, I understood the French they spoke in Paris! Bonjour Paris!
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