Review of Brief Encounter (1945) by Richard P — 19 Jan 2008
Like Kubrick's 'Eyes Wide Shut', this recounts not the story of an affair but rather the story of a marriage and what marriage actually means. The affair really isn't an affair at all, its almost like an internal dialogue for Celia Johnson's character - who longs for recogntion and affection.
The acting is a little aloof and mannered compared to the performances that contemporary American actors were delivering but Lean's direction is often astonishing and eventually, very moving.
This review of Brief Encounter (1945) was written by Richard P on 19 Jan 2008.
Brief Encounter has generally received very positive reviews.
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