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This film is an adaptation of an 1874 novel, with the same title, written by Thomas Hardy. In Victorian England, head strong farmer Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors. Gabriel Oak (a sheep farmer), Francis Troy (a soldier), and William Boldwood (a prosperous bachelor). Bathsheba struggles to find her place in a male dominated society and to understand love.
This film was directed by Thomas Vinterberg. I can't compare this film to the novel, or its other film adaptations. Okay, this film is essentially made for fans of classic literature and old fashioned romantic women. The story takes it time in establishing the characters and the setting. However, it does kind of rush through a very dramatic ending. In the beginning much of the story felt like it needed to push the various characters onto their respective paths. In many ways, the telling of the film's story feels like classic cinema. This period piece is unique in that it features a strong willed female that operates her own farm. It also shows a men working under a woman's guidance. It also shows how lust can easily distract, or trick, someone. The music that is sung by the main character was great for the film. There isn't any violence or action, but it has some great cinematography.
Carey Mulligan played the role of Bathsheba Everdene. Her demure performance created an amazing portrait of a woman who is apart from society. It is difficult to turn your attention from her. Matthias Schoenaerts played the role of Gabriel Oak. He was a great supporting actor for Mulligan. His straightforward emotion, and the chemistry he shared with Mulligan, made the film. Tom Sturridge played the role of Sergeant Francis Troy. His deeply emotional performance worked great for giving the film its dramatic tension. Michael Sheen played the role of William Boldwood. There were a few moments that he felt out of place, but he managed to pull together a great performance.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars! Even though its slow in telling its story, there is enough heart and romance for audiences to enjoy.
This film can be seen on DVD.
Answer to last blog: Director Doris Dorrie, Cherry Blossoms, directed the film The Hairdresser.
Que: Who played Bathsheba in the 1967 version of this film?
Paloma Baeza
Florence Turner
Fiona Walker
Julie Christie
This film was directed by Thomas Vinterberg. I can't compare this film to the novel, or its other film adaptations. Okay, this film is essentially made for fans of classic literature and old fashioned romantic women. The story takes it time in establishing the characters and the setting. However, it does kind of rush through a very dramatic ending. In the beginning much of the story felt like it needed to push the various characters onto their respective paths. In many ways, the telling of the film's story feels like classic cinema. This period piece is unique in that it features a strong willed female that operates her own farm. It also shows a men working under a woman's guidance. It also shows how lust can easily distract, or trick, someone. The music that is sung by the main character was great for the film. There isn't any violence or action, but it has some great cinematography.
Carey Mulligan played the role of Bathsheba Everdene. Her demure performance created an amazing portrait of a woman who is apart from society. It is difficult to turn your attention from her. Matthias Schoenaerts played the role of Gabriel Oak. He was a great supporting actor for Mulligan. His straightforward emotion, and the chemistry he shared with Mulligan, made the film. Tom Sturridge played the role of Sergeant Francis Troy. His deeply emotional performance worked great for giving the film its dramatic tension. Michael Sheen played the role of William Boldwood. There were a few moments that he felt out of place, but he managed to pull together a great performance.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars! Even though its slow in telling its story, there is enough heart and romance for audiences to enjoy.
This film can be seen on DVD.
Answer to last blog: Director Doris Dorrie, Cherry Blossoms, directed the film The Hairdresser.
Que: Who played Bathsheba in the 1967 version of this film?
Paloma Baeza
Florence Turner
Fiona Walker
Julie Christie
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