Review of Ladies in Lavender (2004) by Amina C — 13 Sep 2007
Everything in this film seems to be in harmony, peaceful, discreet, dainty, and yet, powerful and mesmerizing. Judi Dench's performance leaves me speechless. The subtlety of her characterisation of the youngest of the two sisters is astonishing.
She manages to build up a woman who is at once old and childish with an exquisitly light touch that is only more appealing. Always in tune with Maggie Smith, you can tell by a single of their contained movements and faltering glances who the eldest is, and what the undercurrents of emotions are.
Also, the movie tackles a taboo subject, with elegance and boldness: love between an elder woman and a boy. The music is deeply moving, and the light and colours of most shots remind me of a Sorolla painting.
This review of Ladies in Lavender (2004) was written by Amina C on 13 Sep 2007.
Ladies in Lavender has generally received positive reviews.
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