Review of Brooklyn (2015) by Dowra — 18 Nov 2015
This is a simply told story of emigration in 1952 when it was an entirely different experience pre -widespread plane travel. .Saoirses' portrayal is close to perfect if slightly naive.Emorys attempt to sound Brooklyn is not entirely successful ,when he first appears he sounds like he's stoned.
He underplays the part which is revolutionary for a Brooklyn Dodger blue-collar character of the fifties.The boarding house scenes are the best comedy with the "old biddy" landlord {Julie Walters} turning in a stellar performance.
Saoirses dilemma of which life to commit to keeps the interest intriguing and the costumes and period feel are first-rate.
This review of Brooklyn (2015) was written by Dowra on 18 Nov 2015.
Brooklyn has generally received very positive reviews.
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