Circle of Friends
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Movie Reviews of Circle of Friends
Movie Review: A Circle of Friends - Read the Book
Summary: 2 Stars
After reading and thoroughly enjoying Circle of Friends by Maeve Binchy, I bought the DVD. I was very disappointed. The only word I can think of is "fluffy." In the book, the characters and their situations were developed, so that I could really empathize with them, especially Eve. In the movie, none of Eve's spirit and hurt comes through at all, nor did Nan's desperate desire for a better life, or the fact that she was actually a very good friend to Bennie (Bernadette)in the beginning. However, Minnie Driver did an excellent job in the lead role, and she alone earned the two stars I gave this movie.
I did enjoy seeing Ireland. I think the Irish music was a bit much, actually taking away from the mood of the movie (if there was a mood to begin with). It felt like a Lucky Charms commercial. I would have liked less music, more story detail.
I do not recommend this movie, but I highly recommend the book.
Movie Review: The book's better
Summary: 2 Stars
If you love the book PLEASE don't watch the film! Minnie's great, but Chris isn't as good as usual. We needed a great Irish actor!Movie Review: Never received
Summary: 1 Stars
I ordered this item on February 16th through Amazon which was sent to a place called graywhale_entertainment. I never received this item and there doesn't seem to be any way to inquire about this on the Amazon site. This is the first time this has happened to me, but has made me very wary of ordering through anyone other than Amazon for fulfilling my request.Movie Review: Diappointment
Summary: 1 Stars
I'm amazed how they could have completely destroyed the theme of such a charming book when adapting it to the screen. The novel didn't focus on the love story of Benny and Jack, but more on how Benny becomes to love and accept herself through her relationship with Jack. Maybe one day someone will make an honest adaptation of this great book.Movie Review: Read the Book Instead!
Summary: 1 Stars
This is one of the worst transitions of book to film ever! A great novel about the growing confidence and independence of a young woman has been turned in to a story of a school girl crush. Do yourself a favor and read the novel by Maeve Binchey instead!