Thursday, February 13, 2014

Now Playing: Philomena

Jadek and I set up a an unlikely double header: Philomena and Captain Phillips.  We are often guided by cinema availability more than appropriate viewings.  So, on a Saturday afternoon, after a delicious sushi lunch, we settled in.

First up: Philomena.  This is a movie I wouldn't have watched in the theatre - I would have preferred to watch this at home, with PJs and a cup of tea.  (if you can make tea happen with this, you should).  Judi Dench and Steve Coogan are a great pairing.  His quick wit and sharp tongue bleeds through the entire script; her gracious charm and character depth kept the entire story on an even keel.  It was actually quite riveting, as we were swept up in their journey along with them.  We didn't know - would she find him? what would he be like? Would they have a life together or would there have been too many years separating them?  It's a quietly impactful film, which deals with large issues of oppression and institutionalised corruption, but with a gentle hand.  I rather liked it and was surprised that I could laugh when dealing with things like stolen babies and indentured labour.

Watch it.  I think you'll like it.  4 out of 5 stars.

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