Review of The Time of Their Lives (2017) by Grahame P — 12 Mar 2017

I'm astounded that this film has had such bad reviews in the press. Ok, so it's not the best/greatest film ever made, but neither is it the worst, I enjoyed it. It's a gentle film, and Pauline Collins gives a wonderful understated performance, while Joan Collins plays the selfish, hard, ageing has-been very well.

The film has some unexpected moments and is mildly amusing and also touching at times. Yes, Joan Collins character could have been developed in more detail, and there are also parts of the story that could have been explored and developed, and it's a shame that doesn't happen.

However, it's beautifully filmed, with a good sound track, and the French locations are stunning.