Casanova

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Hollywood darlings Heath Ledger and Sienna Miller sparkle in the legendary tale of the most famous lover in history, Casanova.

A rom-com with a difference, Casanova is a rousing riotous film, with intricate love-triangles, numerous cases of mistaken identity and slapstick humour that will leave you in stitches from start to finish. With an all-star cast lead by Heath Ledger (Brother's Grimm) and Sienna Miller (Layer Cake) make sure you don't miss this summer's most entertaining treat, when Casanova unmasks onto DVD from 19th June 2006 from Buena Vista Home Entertainment.

Heath Ledger takes the lead role in the tale of the infamous ladies man, whose reputation for sexual conquests and irresistible charm precedes him. His dashing good looks and ability to reduce even nuns to quivering wrecks means that no one is safe from his charms! Inspite of this he has a genuine desire to find happiness with the woman he truly loves.

The other half in this love story is played by Sienna Miller who is more than a match for this lovable rogue. Her talent and star quality shine in her role as feisty feminist Francesca, who, as Casanova attempts to woo her, is more concerned with feminist theory than falling in love.

To secure true love Casanova must do whatever it takes to convince her his wild ways are behind him. The impressive supporting cast add to the humour and fun with wonderful performances from major stars including Jeremy Irons as the stern Bishop Pucci and Omid Djalili (There's Something About Mary) as Casanova's loyal servant.

Set in Venice, the look of the film is grand and glorious, the costumes sexy and sumptuous and the dialogue wild and witty. The breathtaking Venetian scenery adds to the lavish and visual charm of the film. A mix of mischief and action, Casanova is a romantic, laughter-filled romp that will leave audiences captivated throughout. The drama continues with a frivolous array of bonus material on the extras. These include 'Creating an Adventure', an exciting behind-the-scenes look at the film, 'Visions of Venice', a closer look at the beautiful locations that inspired the film and an audio commentary with the director himself.

Synopsis

Set in the beautiful location of eighteenth century Venice, the story begins with Casanova as older figure, writing the memoirs of his life and his conquests, "ten thousand pages; that's about one woman per page." As the action moves to Casanova as a young man, we see his talent for seducing the women of Venice. His bed-hopping earns him a reputation as the most legendary seducer in the city. This is soon brought to a halt when, facing execution by the Inquisition, Casanova must choose between marriage and leaving Italy for good.

He decides to marry the city's most eligible virgin (Natalie Dormer) but his attentions are soon taken by Francesca (Sienna Miller), the strident feminist who revokes his advances. Casanova then embarks on a dangerous game in order to woo his most challenging woman yet, using masquerade and role-play to dangerous effect.

Much adventure and caper lead to the question, 'will Casanova win his true love?'