The Children's Hour
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Movie Reviews of The Children's Hour
Movie Review: Audrey's most underrated film
Summary: 5 Stars
I was totally touched to the core by Audrey's as well as Shirley's and James Garner's performances. Some describe the movie as "dark" and "depressing," but I didn't, I found it in every aspect totally courageous. More than any Hepburn film I have seen, I was forced to think. For instance, when Audrey's character Karen finally leaves James Garner's character, I was blown away. I don't think I've ever seen anything like that in film. After I thought about it, I felt it was totally consistent and in character. Through this dramatic conclusion a precisely crafted story achieves a kind of wrenching catharsis, as Karen determines to rise from the devastation and start a new life. For anyone who has experienced intolerance and had to start again, watching Audrey's Karen is a redeeming and uplifting moment.Movie Review: 3 AM Suprise!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Wow,what a movie!! I hadn't heard of this movie before,until a couple of nights ago when TCM ran it at 3 in the morning.I was restless,couldn't sleep and flipped my TV on and caught it right as it was starting-and I was rivited to the TV.I'm SO glad that I couldn't get to sleep! This is the BEST movie that I have seen in a LONG time.Such great performances by the whole cast,not only Hepburn and MacLaine.(2 of my favorite actresses)The girl who plays Mary,was so,so great and convincing in her role that I wanted so badly to take her over my knee and give her a good spanking for all of the trouble that she had caused.This movie is 46 years old,but there is still so much truth to it-how one lie can hurt so many people.If you haven't seen this movie,you definately need to!!!Movie Review: It's in a class by itself...
Summary: 5 Stars
I never fully appreciated Shirley Maclaine's talent until I saw this performance. She will blow you away. Audrey Hepburn is a competent actress, but she could only play Audrey Hepburn - you seldom believe that she is anyone else. James Garner was cast for his looks, not his talent. Faye Bainter and Miriam Hopkins provide classic film acting at their finest. They are a treat to watch. The young girl was perfectly cast. You want to throttle her. William Wyler's direction is an art form. Lillian Helman's play is perfectly crafted with tension, suspense and human emotion. You will be moved.
Many films are not worth your time. This is worth every minute. Rent it and you'll eventually own it. Own it and you'll never let it go. Bravo.
Movie Review: Makes me uncomfortable but in a good way.
Summary: 5 Stars
The Children's Hour starring Audrey Hepburn, Shirley McClaine and James Garner is a beautiful and haunting story of how a rumor can destroy people's lives in a split second. Hepburn and McClaine play schoolteachers at an all-girl school, one of the girls starts a rumor that the two teachers are having an intimate relationship. What the surprise is that McClaine's character secretly has feelings for Hepburn's character. Garner is wonderful as well as Hepburn's doctor boyfriend. The ending is so sad and depressing but The Children's Hour is a movie worth seeing, tugs at your heartstrings.Movie Review: tragedy of a lie
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was well-written and acted. it was directed by William Wyler whose name is synonymous with great films. anyone who is an aficionado of classic cinema knows that. the movie intelligently depicts the tragic effects that one defaming unfounded lie can cause. i will not discuss the effects in detail due to the obvious reason that it would cheat anyone who hasn't seen this film. i will say do not expect an unrealistic outcome that some films have. once you've seen the film, you'll understand that last statement. the entire cast give stellar performances. very highly recommended.