teacherpete

I've come to the conclusion that movies can be truly breathtaking art, and this move fits that classification. As a love story by itself, it is strictly according to the formula of tragic love. The way it is presented, however, raises it to a higher level. The sets and costumes were visually stunning, and the staccato presentation of the scenes added to the pleasure. The use of mid to late twentieth century music in a story ostensibly set in 1899 only added to the film's appeal. I highly recommend this picture.

This is one of the best adaptations of a book into a movie that I have ever seen. The movie's quality goes deeper than that, though. The settings brought Harry's world to life beautifully. The casting was nothing less than inspired. When I saw the characters walking around I felt as though I had been transported into the book, much as Harry was transported into Tom Riddle's diary in "The Chamber of Secrets" (I can't wait for that one to come out).

I am a reader more than a movie watcher. This movie was more book than movie, may the gods be thanked.

This is a movie which transcends labels such as "Chick-Flick". Reynolds was robbed when he wasn't even nominated for an Oscar for this film. The expressions he conjures up are better acting than half the nominees in any given year. Regarding the film as a whole, the meetings of the divorced men support group are worth watching by themselves.

Another in Clint Eastwood's crusade to show that getting older does not mean the end of love, passion, romance and competence. As I get older I really appreciate movies that have heroes who have lived long, full lives and are proud of having done so.