CrazyMaryT

I was uncertain of what to expect from this film. I was afraid it would turn into something like Nathan Lane in "The Birdcage". That didn't happen. What did happen was Tom Wilkinson blew me away. This is just another role to show what a versatile actor he is. His portrayal of Roy/Ruth is excellent. He made me care about what happens to this character. Jessica Lang as Irma was brilliant as well. Irma came off as a living, breathing person, thru her denial, anger and acceptance of her husband's life changing decision. Jessica Lange played her with a strength but still an underlying vulnerability that I found very believable.

This is nice little movie that you can watch with your whole family. The plot may be predictable but it's a fun film.

Bernard Hill is excellent as sheepherder Tam Ferrier. It's a good Pre-Theoden role. He had a very good chemistry with the actors who played Jean (Besty Brantly) and Ewan (John Bowles).

This film is in the same vein as "Owd Bob". Which is another good film for the whole family.

I would recommend this film to anyone.

Another cool thing is to see Doug Bradley minus his Hellraiser Pinhead look.