Tag Archives: Small Town

THE DRESSMAKER (2015): For The Story, Fashion, Style…

February 28, 2016 Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) 1 Comment

The Dressmaker is a fun revenge drama set in a rural small town in Australia. I use the word ‘fun’ because of the dialogue, characters, cinematography and the haute couture fashion and colours of the 1950s.

The character played by Hugo Weaving is the source of several laughs and a definite highlight. And, as always, the film’s star, Kate Winslet, delivers a wonderful performance. The movie’s beautiful soundtrack, courtesy of composer David Hirschfelder, is also another plus.

The Dressmaker (2015), Kate winslet, Liam Hemsworth — The Dressmaker (2015), Kate Winslet, Liam Hemsworth

Directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse and based on the novel by Rosalie Ham, I say watch The Dressmaker because it’s good. Furthermore, you probably won’t be able to guess how things will unfold before they do.

Sarah Snook, Judy Davis, and Liam Hemsworth also star. Here’s the trailer for a taster.

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THE DRESSMAKER (2015): A Charming New Trailer Has Landed

July 15, 2015 Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) 2 Comments

Read my spoiler-free movie review of The Dressmaker (2015).

Starring Kate Winslet, Hugo Weaving, Sarah Snook and Liam Hemsworth; The Dressmaker is a revenge drama about a glamorous woman who returns to her rural Australian small town.

I’ll watch because I love Winslet, and yes, also definitely because of Liam Hemsworth. But mostly because I love Kate Winslet.

The Dressmaker Release Dates: September 23rd, 2016 (US)…

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Drama, No Spoiler Reviews

AMERICAN BEAUTY (1999): Forever Brilliant

November 26, 2014 Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) 7 Comments

For every film lover, there are at least one or two, perhaps even three films that come immediately to mind whenever they‘re asked that inevitable question. ‘What’s your favourite film?’

My answer always includes, without hesitation, director Sam Mendes’ 1999 Oscar-winning film debut, American Beauty.

Even now, I’m still yet to watch another film more perfect. Such a beautifully crafted story with excellent dialogue, symbolism and a healthy dose of truth and black humour.

It’s a brilliant commentary on suburbia and life in the classic American small town. American Beauty offers plenty of potentially useful information about the human condition.

There’s a strong theme on the difference between what people work hard to project versus the actual truth. The most interesting version of this is the exterior proclamations of the person who internally actually hates themselves.

As a result of this film, Annette Bening, Kevin Spacey, Chris Cooper, Writer Alan Ball, Director Sam Mendes and more, including the great Cinematographer Conrad L. Hall are forever in my mind, synonymous with brilliance.

American Beauty (1999), Kevin Spacey, Chris Cooper

I know one person who called American Beauty boring. Not quite sure what to say to that. Except maybe that it’s unlikely they actually truly watched it.

Have you seen American Beauty. I bet it made you appreciate the colour more than you did before.

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Crime, Drama, No Spoiler Reviews, Thriller

A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE (2005): So Good!

October 19, 2014 Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) 1 Comment

A History of Violence (2005), Viggo Mortensen

A small town that suddenly finds itself sprinkled with a few non-local visitors usually means trouble. And trouble is exactly what said visitors bring, especially for Tom Stall, a well-regarded local coffee shop owner with a wife and two children.

Directed by David Cronenberg, and starring Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello and Ed Harris, A History of Violence left me with much to love and very little if anything to be desired.

For those familiar with Cronenberg’s trademark visceral style, this engaging and generally well-paced drama/crime/thriller features scenes and moments that will remind you of exactly who the director is.

A well-written story that’s brilliantly delivered is the reason A History Of Violence is one of my favourite films of all time. What’s brought to mind each time I’m reminded of it, besides the fact that it entertained me like crazy, is the incredibly satisfying scene of the bullied fighting back.

Watch it for the many things this wonderful film gets so very right. Then go right back and rewatch your favourite scenes, because you’ll have a few.

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