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This is one of the few movies I've ever seen where the whole audience broke into spontaneous, loud applause a third of the way in.
Invaderbank
The film creates a perfect balance between action and depth of basic needs, in the midst of an infertile atmosphere.
Nayan Gough
A great movie, one of the best of this year. There was a bit of confusion at one point in the plot, but nothing serious.
Lauren Marlowe
Perhaps it is the caliber of acting, or my fascination with the two leads, or the British accents, but I find this movie better than it's foremost competition, Ghost. It is much more simple, and in the end, does not leave the viewer wanting more. Alan Rickman (Who everyone seems to typecast as Severus Snape, but was freaking Hans Gruber in Die Hard and The Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves), plays Jamie, who mysteriously died from a short ailment, leaving his wife (Juliet Stevenson) behind. He suddenly, (unexplained), returns to his wife in a strange ghost/human form. It is, although sometimes a bit strange and confusing, an excellent story with an excellent cast. In the same form as Ghost, Claire has to learn to move on from her husbands unexpected death and find a new life and love.
artrestore9
This movie is especially, quite comforting, to watch if you have lost a loved one. Either recently, or years ago. It will remind you, they are around you, if you take a moment to be quiet, and cherish a special memory about them. In this movie, Nina took to her piano, and hummed Jamie's part to feel a part of him, if I may say..his presence... as only she could experience. with his return, which I may add Alan Rickman plays a most touching, truly well suited for this part of this specific film. The music is beautiful...Bach, of course, however the dialog they share and the companion he brings with are all musicians....makes you wonder if the artist you lost in your life is now painting with Monet, Degas, Vermeer, and perhaps Henri, from the 20th Century. The poetry puts your feelings in perspective as he recites "The Dead Woman, by Pablo Neruda.. a perfect ending for healing & reflecting on the loss of someone in your life. Excellent movie! Fantastic characters with great writers!!
James J Cremin
Last night, I saw this this film at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. Minghella's daughter was in attendance. What's fascinating is he actually left the world among his body of works, one that dealt specifically about grief.His first film as a director is quite intelligent. It's also quite stagy and does have the ghost of Alan Rickman not really doing much of anything other than being a seducer.However, when by yourself, it's only natural to talk to someone that you'll talk to again, at least as two living human beings. The important message is though you mourn, you must carry on and face responsibilities while still part of this world.There's also a sense of humor about this. A lot bunch of dead friends show up to watch videos. Interesting that they could fill in interesting tidbits while watching. Such as the early death of Eric Campbell, who was usually cast as Charlie Chaplin's enemy in his early shorts.This is one of those films that makes one smile and laugh at the same time. God bless Anthony Mighella.
John Mitchell
Now, I like a weepy, I'm not ashamed to admit it. I actively seek out those films that are most likely to make me cry. However, more often than not, I end up disappointed because usually this type of film is either wildly melodramatic or painfully sentimental.That's what I was expecting from this, to tell the truth. A woman overcome with grief at the death of her boyfriend? Give me a break!... I was in floods by the end, and promptly watched it again.This film is testament to how well us Brits can do when we put our minds to it. It's charming, funny, warm and absolutely heart-breaking. All the performances are grouped under an umbrella label 'very good', with one notable exception: that of Juliet Stevenson as Nina. She is magnificent, and is, at times unbearable to watch. I'm still absolutely astonished at her performance. This is a woman who has had her heart and soul ripped out I love this film. I'm getting a lump in my throat just thinking about it. It's wonderful! (Blub! *Sniff*)
