Frequently Bought Together
Product Details
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
|
Product Description
Amazon.ca
It's life in the Theater with a capital T in this film adaptation of the London and Broadway hit by Ronald Harwood. Though we see other people, the film is really a duet between Sir (Albert Finney), an aging actor-manager who runs his own theater company, and Norman (Tom Courtenay), his dresser, who gets him into costume and, ultimately, into shape to go onstage each night. Sir is on his last legs; Norman is alternately his cheerleader, his parent, and his whipping boy--whatever it takes to get Sir up to performance level each night. Finney perfectly captures the vainglorious insecurity of this aging ham, whose career has never quite matched his expectations but who has to convince himself each night (with Norman's help) that a performance in the provinces is as big a deal as treading the boards in the West End. The film lives and dies, however, with Courtenay's neatly nuanced performance as Norman. No man is a hero to his valet--but Courtenay finds the affection along with the disdain that are part of this character. A great backstage tale. --Marshall Fine
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
By Carole Ball
Format:VHS Tape|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is one of the all-time great movies. A must see, especially for those who like or are involved in the theatre. I'm going to watch it again and again.
By T. Gamble
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
A brilliant performance by Tom Courtenay as the dresser makes this film a must-see! His portrayal of a gay professional who's dependent on his erratic employer is both funny and sad. Albert Finney also excels as the neurotic, aging actor. Also an interesting glimpse at the behind-the-scenes politics of a small acting company.
Format:DVD
I have always loved the theater and actors. The Dresser pays great homage to the noble art of the thespian but also captures the isolating nature of their work.
Finney and Courtenay are both brilliant as the waning star and the has-been confidant. Their relationship is one of the most poignant ever written. Courtenay's character is a passionate study of both desperation and unflagging loyalty.
This one is truly a keeper for anyone who loves theater, actors and just good drama.
Want to see more reviews on this item?
›
Go to Amazon.com to see all 40 reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
Listmania!
Look for similar items by category
Feedback
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
|
