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Year: 1995
Runtime: 127 min
Language: French
Director: Sydney Pollack
As Sabrina transforms from awkward outsider to ravishing beauty, she's torn between rekindling her long-held affection for the charming, yet uncommitted, David Larrabee. But just as she's ready to take a chance on love, his buttoned-up brother Linus intervenes, threatening to upend Sabrina's newfound confidence and her heart's deepest desires.
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Sabrina Fairchild, portrayed by Julia Ormond, is the daughter of the Larrabee family’s chauffeur. The family business is run by her mother Maude Larrabee, played by Nancy Marchand, while her sons include the ambitious Linus, portrayed by Harrison Ford, and the charming playboy David, played by Greg Kinnear. Sabrina harbors a secret crush on David, but he remains unaware of her existence.
On the brink of leaving for Paris, Sabrina mistakenly confesses her feelings to Linus instead of David. She embarks on a journey to Paris, where she works at Vogue Magazine and develops a relationship with a photographer named Louis, portrayed by Patrick Bruel. As she grows and gains knowledge in fashion and photography, David becomes infatuated with Elizabeth Tyson, played by Lauren Holly, the daughter of businessman Patrick Tyson, played by Richard Crenna. Linus views this budding romance as a potential opportunity for a lucrative merger with Tyson Electronics.
Upon learning of David’s engagement, Sabrina realizes her lingering feelings for him. Transformed and radiant, she returns home, catching David off guard as he fails to recognize her at first. He becomes captivated by her new allure, igniting the jealousy of his family members. However, fate intervenes when an accident sidelines David, leading Linus to step in for him. During their time together, they share intimate moments, and Linus begins to devise a plan to win her heart, taking Sabrina to Martha’s Vineyard under the guise of showcasing one of the Larrabees’ properties.
As they spend more time together, Linus discovers that Sabrina is not just a pretty face; she possesses intelligence and charm that draw him closer to her. Caught in a love triangle, Sabrina finds herself torn between her affections for David and Linus. Ultimately, Linus makes plans to whisk Sabrina away to Paris, allowing David to proceed with his engagement to Elizabeth. However, the plot thickens when Maude learns of Linus’s intentions, leading him to confront his emotions about Sabrina.
Sabrina, feeling betrayed, opts to venture to Paris alone, prompting a confrontation between the brothers. In a surprising twist, David announces his commitment to Elizabeth, urging Linus to pursue Sabrina. Seizing the moment, Linus boards the Concorde for Paris, aiming to reach her before it’s too late. In a heartfelt encounter, Linus professes his love for Sabrina, culminating in a passionate embrace that marks the end of their tumultuous journey.
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