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5.0 out of 5 stars
A Fantastic Finale by a Great Director,
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This review is from: Dead (DVD)
John Huston was 81 years old when he directed this masterpiece. Actually, he never saw the well-deserved accolades and admiration this movie received; sadly, he died four months before the film was released.It is based on a very poignant story written by James Joyce and it has two segments: The first part is a big family get-together. The time is 1905 and during the Epiphany dinner we witness to lots of dialogues and discussions among the members of the family and friends; some serious and some very silly. Later same night, after the guests leave, we get a chance to enter the private lives of a couple: The Conroys. This is the second and highly private component of the story. The husband is played by great Donal McCann and the wife is fabulous Anjelica Huston. This couple is part of the family and we realize that there are several serious issues and events that have never been discussed between them. This time we have the privilege to see a close-up of a couple. I will not reveal any more. This is definitely an exceptionally good work-of-art. What makes it even more special is the fact that the scenario is written by Tony Huston, John Huston's son. The leading actor, as I indicated earlier, is Anjelica Huston, John Huston's daughter. A great Family Affair. A great film.
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Wonderful adaption!,
By john27 (Oswego, NY USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dead, the (VHS Tape)
Why is it such a gem of a movie is so difficult to obtain?I saw the scene of Anjelica Huston on the stairs when I was in college (the professor showed it to us when teaching "Dubliners"). I later decided to rent it and was happy with it. This year, before my first day of work (I work in a school district), I treated myself to an Irish coffee and read "The Dead" before bed. Forgetting how much I truly enjoyed this story, I decided that I must own the movie. I searched unsuccessfully throughout the area although did manage to secure a copy through Amazon. What a treat to watch this visual masterpiece. Although we do not have the benefit of Gabriel's musings until the end, we can see the pretentiousness and elitism, where his own image superscedes what is importance. The dancing, music, conversation, and dinner are so mirthful, yet so very artificial. Yet, it isin the hotel room after the party that reality thrust upon us. The illusion of immortality is crushed as Gretta (Angelica Huston) shares the tragedy of a lost love. One does not feel protected in the hotel room, one feels cold, much as it is outside in the snow. The contrast, the emotions stirred, are so very tremendous that few movies are able to match. Unfortunately, many will find the movie to be a sharp yawn and a prelude to falling asleep. The thoughtful viewer (and pronounced James Joyce admirer) will see this as a treat to behold. I am so very lucky to have this for my bookshelf and believe I shall treat myself to it quite regularly!
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Dead Are All Among Us,
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This review is from: Dead, the (VHS Tape)
I am reminded somehow of "An Irish Airman Meets His Death" when I see this wonderful movie-tale. There is an inherent hesitation in its flow -- until the very ending, when Joyce reveals his simple thrust: there are more things in heaven and earth....The acting is superb. A period-piece, each member of the cast fits into his/her place with perfection. The themes before the End commemorate Humanity. The End commemorates all of them together: lost (or unrequited) love. I love Irish music and its often heart-rending simplicity (some I know call it 'boozy sentimentality; I disagree). This film has much music, sentimental, subjective and, yes, very, very subtle. The admixture moves one's heart -- and, maybe, one's soul. This one should be in a thoughtful person's video archive. On wintry nights, when the hearth has lessened to embers awaiting their deaths -- we ought to think of what this film has to say: to all of us.
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