Hilary & Jackie
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Movie Reviews of Hilary & Jackie
Movie Review: Haunting and hypnotic (and, of course, a little weird) ...
Summary: 5 Stars
First off, this movie is based on a book of memoirs, which, of course, are based on "actual" events. I didn't read the book (I hardly ever do).
Emily Watson turned in another devastating performance, the first being her role in Breaking the Waves. Both are also similar in the fact that they're both almost unbearable to watch at certain points. In this one, that point was the point where Jackie, suffering from MS, is shaking--flailing--wildly and can't stop. It's just so upsetting. But we're compensated for this scene because soon after we're shown one where Jackie's sister, Hilary, is holding her in her arms and manages to get her to stop shaking, all while recalling their happier childhood. It's truly HEARTBREAKING. Then, of course, in the next scene ... okay, I won't spoil anything. ;)
Emily Watson, it seems, gets to have a LOT of sex in her movies. And, in fact, she just LOOKS like somebody that would do just that. Basically, Hilary takes pity on her sister and shares her husband. Shocking? Yes.
More so because this is based on a true story, remember.
Basically, the movies I own fall into 3 categories: "sad," "depressing" and "totally f...ed up." This one falls somewhere between "depressing" and the latter. :)
Movie Review: It's a movie, folks
Summary: 5 Stars
I think that many reviewers are hung up on who the real Jacqueline duPre was and therefore do not appreciate the films numerous redeeming qualities and instead concentrate on Emily Watson's cello-playing. The film is deeply moving, superbly acted, and, more than anything, succeeds as a work of art. I'm sorry I am being so vague about it, but I haven't seen the film in a few years and anyway there are enough plot synopses here to get you through. My recommendation is that you watch this film. (If it means anything, I am a 3rd year male college student, and my musical background is limited to playing the clarinet for only about nine years, so I am no authority on the cello. But this movie really isn't about playing the cello. I wish some people would understand that.)Movie Review: Art vs Heart
Summary: 5 Stars
As a female musician, this is my favorite film on the subject, ever! Keep in mind that it is based on Jackie's sister's perspective, which is entirely self-serving. The conflict between "art" and "heart" has always been an intrigue. Music, as an art, is pure science: it suffers no fools! There is no space for emotion when you are creating works to generate emotion in others! Jackie is portrayed as the obsessed, arrogant and ruthless genius, and her sister as the innocent, martyred lamb. I value "ice" in the blood of a woman! Had it been her brooding, breeding sister who contracted the dread disease, it would have cannonized her in the same way that "Melanie" was sainted against the narcissistic "Scarlet O'Hara." Genius IS entitled to "creative license!"Movie Review: hilary and jackie: my sister and i
Summary: 5 Stars
this is one of the most beautiful, insightful and deep movies i have ever seen!i have a very similar relationship with my own sister. we saw it together and wept for hours!
we also ran to buy a hilary dupré cd, directed by baremboim.
i imagine that when i die, it would be like the way she departed; and that i am going to come back through the sea, almost floating, just to say to my sister "everything is going to be ok"...
the actresses are remarkable. also thanks the director for such awsome picture!
saskia levy.
Movie Review: My Favorite Movie
Summary: 5 Stars
When I saw this movie with my mother at the movies I was blown away. Seeing what Jackie had to go through with MS hits home for me. I have an aunt and a friend from church who have MS. Watching this movie reminds me of my friend who has MS because she cannot move from the neck down. At the end of the movie when Hilary and her brother are driving home they here on the radio about their sisters death which makes me cry a river of tears. This is my favorite movie. This is a women's movie, but men should see it as well.