In Love and War
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Movie Reviews of In Love and War
Movie Review: The War of the Critics and Reviewers
Summary: 5 Stars
Although I've seen this movie twice and enjoyed it very much both times, I believe I can understand some of the negative reactions on the part of some viewers (and critics). Some of the criticism rests on the more subdued way in which Sandra Bullock plays Agnes (inconsistent with the personality of the historical figure) and the final scene which, in fact, did not occur. That said, many productions supposedly based on actual events take incredible departures from historic reality, such as the much-acclaimed "Saving Private Ryan," which fills the screen with gripping action and terrific performances all-round, but creates a myth that all but a two in a squad of men died finding and saving Private Ryan. So, even as a historian and WWI buff, I found the departure in this case not all that drastic and the performance of Sandra Bullock, someone I enjoy seeing on the big screen, in a more subdued and sombre role not only different and refreshing, but perhaps a more interesting and evocative choice on the part of Sir Richard Attenborough . I could be wrong, but I believe some of the critics and reviewers simply wanted to see Sandra Bullock in a more characteristically plucky role and, quite simply, a movie with considerably more action.Movie Review: True to Life
Summary: 5 Stars
In my humble opinion, this is one of the best movies ever. Chris O'Donnell plays an amazing Ernest Hemingway, and Sandra Bullock a great nurse Von Krawsky. If one expects to see Ernest Hemingway on screen, well, sorry, this movie is an Hollywood depiction of a mans life and writing. With that in mind, O'Donnell plays the part to a 'T'. After watching this movie if you didn't already have a yearning to read anything and everything by Ernest Hemingway, you will afterwards. Sandra Bullock's acting is unparalleled in this movie. I don't think I have ever seen her do another movie with quite the personal abandonment that she accomplished for this movie. While Ernest Hemingway is one of my all time favorite authors, this movie helps me see a man aside from the author and more in keeping with the person he might have been. Again, this is Hollywood and my ideas are speculation - but that makes a great movie for me. A movie that makes me want to know more about many different things. That is accomplished with ease in this film and I recommend it to everyone.Movie Review: A touching story and a great movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't understand all these bad reviews, I really liked and was deeply touched by this movie. Both Chris O'Donnell and Sandy deliver solid performance and the movie conveys the dark and uncertain atmosphere of the times. The love affair of Hemingway and Von Kurowsky had a profound influence on the iconic writer's further career and this story will strike home for any guy who has been involved with an older woman. A very touching and believable love story. The movie is not factually accurate at times, for example, Agnes was engaged to an Italian officer, not a doctor, and there is credible evidence that Agnes and Arnie never met afterwards. Nonetheless, I guarantee that you are going to enjoy this film, and I highly recommend it.Movie Review: A present for a loved one.
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this for my girlfriend and had to watch it cause it was supreme orders from the upper management :)
At the beginning I thought this was going to be a boring movie. In fact the beginning was kinda slow and as I dont like romantic movies I felt itched by the fact of watching the movie. The story was caring and developing, all those events happening and the love story in the middle, at the end I could understand the feelings of Ernest Hemingway... it is painfull to know someone that you have loved betrayed you and let you down.
Still the movie is really really good, it had me sitting onthe couch watching the movie, something not any romantic movie can do for me.
Movie Review: In Love and War
Summary: 5 Stars
Reporter Ernest Hemingway is an ambulance driver in Italy during World War I. While bravely risking his life in the line of duty, he is injured and ends up in the hospital, where he falls in love with his nurse, Agnes von Kurowsky. Bullock and O'Donnell have a wonderful chemistry, and the lighthearted moments are weighed against a tale of great agony and suffering without being preachy or too painful. There are serious moments, when the reality of life and war come home to Ernest, and there are beautiful moments, when Catherine explores Italy. It's a wonderful mix of the dramatic and the light, without being overdone or showy. A very absorbing story of the young Ernest Hemmingway.