MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS tells a humorously heartwarming tale about a London housecleaner Ada Harris (Manville) who thinks her lonely life might turn around if she can become the owner of a Christian Dior gown. Saying goodbye to her friends like Archie (Isaacs) won’t be easy, and neither will be winning over elite people in Paris from Madame Colbert (Huppert) to idealistic accountant André (Bravo). But Ada’s irrepressible charm just might end up saving the whole House of Dior in this uplifting story of how an ordinary woman becomes an extraordinary inspiration by daring to follow her dreams.

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Video Quality

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment brings Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris to Blu-Ray with a really lovely 1080p video presentation. The film employs sumptuous splashes of colors within the setting and especially the costumes which are such a treat for the eyes. The flesh tones are natural with a grand amount of detail present in close-ups, especially when it comes to the texture of makeup. This transfer provides a terrific amount of depth on display, especially in any interior location. The mixture of extravagant production design and the working class locales are handled with equal care. Where the film really shines are in the intricacies of the fabrics of the clothing which provide crystal clear textural details. The image is clean with the natural color palette popping off the screen. The black levels never come close to faltering with nothing in the way of crush or digital noise. Universal has given this one a pleasing presentation.

Audio Quality

This Blu-Ray comes with a lovely DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio track that captures this period tale beautifully. This is not a particularly action-packed movie, but there is an entire world of environmental sounds which engage the surround speakers in a really pleasing way. The whimsical score radiates from the speakers in a wonderful, well-balanced way that almost feels like a warm blanket. When the characters are walking through certain bustling areas, there are some really striking ambient details that flesh out the setting. Dialogue is the focal point of the film, and it always comes through crisp and clear without being stepped on by any competing sounds. The various sound effects provide a subtle engagement to the low end of the track which adds some texture. This audio track does everything that is asked of it time and time again. There are English SDH, Spanish and French subtitles provided.

Special Features

Deleted and Extended Scenes: Three scenes of unused footage totaling nearly five minutes are provided here featuring Ada trying to make it to the train through an unruly crowd, Ada being brushed off by Andre, and a full look at the cabaret sequence.
Gag Reel: Five minutes of lighthearted footage is provided here featuring flubbed lines, exposed pandemic protocols, laughing fits and more.

Final Thoughts

Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris is simply a joyous time spent watching a film. There are some very engaging moments of poignant drama, but nothing ever betrays the hopeful spirit of the narrative. Lesley Manville is a sheer delight, and she adds depth to a person who could be played as a caricature in the wrong hands. Those who long for well-made, adult-skewing fare will celebrate this one. Universal Pictures has provided a Blu-Ray disc that sports a great A/V presentation and a couple of supplements for those who do decide to check it out. This is an easy recommendation for those looking for something heartfelt in their lives. Recommended

Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris is currently available to purchase on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital.

Note: Images presented in this review are not reflective of the image quality of the Blu-Ray.

Disclaimer: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has supplied a copy of this disc free of charge for review purposes. All opinions in this review are the honest reactions of the author.