Lady's Recent Reviews
Harold and Maude
PG
A very quirky black comedy, that has an either love it or hate quality to it.
The storyline could be a metaphor for any socially unacceptable relationship and if you find the deeper meaning to this film, then you will truly absorb the story.
Of course for me the icing on the cake was the Soundtrack featuring ing my favourite recording artist Cat Stevens.
Unusual and original.
Volver
R
I am now intriged by Pedro Almodóvar's work and intend to work my way through this list.
This is by far my favourite role for Penelope Cruz, who has always been an actress I can take or leave. Her role as a hard working Mum on the poverty line and coping with a series of events causing just a little bit of chaos, which take several twists and turns.
A totally original piece and one I certainly recommend
Lady's Favorite Movies
Dead Man's Shoes
Unrated
Gritty, emotionally powerful, raw and what British Films should be made of. With an almost frightening reality to it, none of the cast could be faulted in this and the acting was of such a high standard that parts could have been mistaken as a documentary. VERDICT: An absolute must see.
Brokeback Mountain
R
A film that leaves you full of emotions. Not the first film to bring about the subject of Homosexuality, yet the size of publicity this film gained, both positively and negatively has probably made it the most talked about Gay Interest film. What makes this film quite unique for me is the lack of stereotyping in the casting and sitation of the storyline. The storyline builds from a slow moving start to a powerful and emotional tale. Truly great performances by both Ledger and Gyllenhaal and is part of my favourite films list.
