Dear Frankie
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Movie Reviews of Dear Frankie
Movie Review: Touching.....Gerard Butler is soooo HOT!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this movie so much. It made me laugh, it made me cry....Gerard B. is sooo hot, most of all.
Overall, very beautiful, heartwarming, emotional and touching movie. The reason I decided to watch this is because of Gerard Butler, I kept waiting and waiting for him to come out, it wasn't until the second half when he finally did but watching from the beginning, I just didn't care anymore if he was in it or not, I got so hooked on the movie itself, good thing I watched it late at night while the kids were in bed, else I would've kept shushing them. I wouldn't even want my husband to come to our bedroom co'z he tends to talk to me and ask me questions about what I'm watching...MEN, they just don't get it. I guess, to me, I would have liked it even more if "the stranger" came back at the end of the movie. Well, since Lizzie and Frankie were waiting for him at the docks/sea (??), and "the stranger" became so attached with the mother and son and that "the stranger's" sister is actually the mom's friend/neighbor, to sum it up, he would eventually come back for them. However, it would've been better if it actually showed it at the end.
Anyhow, this movie is definitely not to be missed. Keep your hankie's handy!
Movie Review: Worth the effort.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a beautiful, touching film of love in its various forms. This is a story of a mother's love for her deaf son and her efforts to protect him from the knowledge of an abusive father. It is also a story of a son's love for a father he has never known. Frankie looks forward to receiving letters from his father filled with stories of adventure. However, it is his mother, Lizzie, who actually writes the letters. She faces a dilemma when Frankie's father's ship is due to dock in their town. You can feel her anxiety as she tries to bring about a solution by finding a man to substitute for Frankie's father, all to no avail. She ends up with "the stranger", Gerard Butler. He takes on the job and accepts the pay. However, as the story unfolds, you can see the change in him, when he starts to care not only for Frankie, but also for Lizzie. The one drawback to this film is the fact that it is Scottish and the dialogue can be difficult to follow at times. However, it is worth the effort to watch it and listen carefully. You can also use the English subtitles to assist you. It is a wonderful movie that does make you feel good. In the end, one senses that Frankie is a little smarter than his mother gives him credit for. EnjoyMovie Review: worth the search
Summary: 5 Stars
Because Miramax saw fit to bury this movie and spend zero dollars on advertising, anyone who wanted to see it had to track it down. I didn't think I would get a chance to see it in a theater, but it finally came to a small theater 75 miles from me. My family and I made the trip and it was certainly worth it. From the wonderful, haunting piano music at the beginning to the final credits, it was a thoroughly enjoyable movie. The story has been described elsewhere. I will just say that all the actors gave phenomenal performances. I had never seen Emily Mortimer before, but she was great. Gerard Butler has to be one of the most underrated actors today. He can express more with facial expressions and his eyes than most actors can with their whole bodies and loads of dialogue. The young actors were all good. I especially like Frankie's little girl friend. The Scottish locations were picturesque and evocative. Like I said, there are lots more accessible movies out there, but there are few that are worth the film they are printed on. Dear Frankie is heads and tails above most rubbish in the theaters today. Do yourself a favor and track it down. It is worth the trouble.Movie Review: A Sleeper of 2004, worthy of praise and viewing.
Summary: 5 Stars
This little independent film appeared in 2004 and swept awards at several film festivals. Too bad it was nearly lost in the wake of the opening of "The Phantom Of The Opera" and it's timely release with Gerrard Butler. "Dear Frankie" was not lost in independent cinema, where the steller performances of its small, powerful, cast, were celebrated over other larger films with less than half of the substance, courage, and subtle grace of this film. Shot on location in Scotland, "Dear Frankie" showcases a personality of Scotland that is seldom seen. With fine acting abilities of this cast, a superb performance by a child portraying a deaf, mute, intelligent and sensitive, young boy and his family relationships. It is a story of the power of love and the kindness of strangers. Gerrard Butler, Emily Mortimer, and a talented supporting cast weave a believably tender story that is never predictable or maudlin, and maintains your attention to the very end. Obvious in every scene as a work of art, perfectly and deliberately acted, it is a film for adults and children, safe for all ages, and worth watching over and over again. Not to be missed, and worthy of praise.Movie Review: What a fantastic movie!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I just saw this movie today. It's got to be one of the best movies I have ever seen in my life. I agree with all the other reviewers here. For those of you reading this, please try to find a way to see this movie. Either in a theatre or on DVD, or if you ever hear of it showing on TV. The movie was deeply moving. It was so real. Everyone in it was outstanding. You know, it really makes you think about all the huge big glitzy movies that come out that are, ultimately, just so empty--lots of sex and glamour and special effects--and absolutely meaningless to the core. While a small, quiet foreign movie like this gets ignored and fades into oblivion. I often shy away from these kinds of movies myself. I actually had to have a friend talk me into going. The accents are sometimes difficult to struggle with, but, for the most part, I don't think anyone will have any real trouble with them. I am heartened to read everybody's comments here, even if it's just a few of us. We all had the same reaction. It's one of those special movies you see once or twice in your life. I am really glad I decided to go see it. It's an astounding experience.