Review of The English Patient (1996) by Maymay A — 23 Sep 2010
"In memory, love lives forever.".
If this film is to show something, it is love tested in the most extreme conditions you could ever think of. The English Patient brings romance, betrayal, war, and man's vulnerability and longings all together.
I personally think that this picture is flawless, having a tale from the events of two different periods woven together to reveal the story behind the so-called the English patient. Everything was highly superb. The sophisticated screenplay brought to life by the magnificent direction and well-acted scenes, including the rest of the technicalities such as the cinematography and sounds, made The English Patient a historical feat.
I feel pity for Geoffrey Clifton as he became a helpless victim of adultery and betrayal. What would be more hurtful than being wronged by an unfaithful wife whom you loved with all your life and a disloyal friend whom you put your trust into? I also feel deep contempt for Katharine Clifton and Count Laszlo Almasy because of their vile love affair. However, every time they're together wherein they feel utmost happiness, I can't help to feel pity for them, too. They were two souls who found each other, bound by love yet separated by fate and being attached to someone else.
Though appearing to be close to perfect, both with the film technicalities and emotional connection to its audience, it was not able to capture me whole. Well, I'm not quite sure if there's something wrong with the film or if there's something wrong with me. Nonetheless, I feel very fortunate to have witnessed this.
If there's one thing on earth to conquer everything, it must be love.
This review of The English Patient (1996) was written by Maymay A on 23 Sep 2010.
The English Patient has generally received very positive reviews.
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