Waking the Dead
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Movie Reviews of Waking the Dead
Movie Review: One of the most thought-provoking and important films you'll ever see!
Summary: 5 Stars
Despite this being a major motion picture with big Hollywood names, there is nothing crass or vulgar about this exquisite film about idealism, love, heartbreak and loss. Activists interested in liberation theology, the sanctuary movement and/or the history of Operation Condor will absolutely adore this film. Be warned though: this is definitely a tear-jerker! Though movies seldom make me cry, I bawled from start to finish while watching this film. (It didn't help that I saw this movie right while I was ending a long-term passionate, but stormy, relationship.) Don't believe what you may have read in the mainstream press about this film. The fact that the corporate media bashed this film is just another indication of their far-right, reactionary bias. If you're like me and normally avoid Hollywood spectacles, put aside your snobbery and watch this thought-provoking, revolutionary, heart-felt film. It will haunt you long after the credits end.Movie Review: I Usually HATE Love Stories!...
Summary: 5 Stars
I watched WAKING THE DEAD because I love Jennifer Connelly (DARK WATER, REQUIEM FOR A DREAM, DARK CITY, HOUSE OF SAND AND FOG). I generally hate love stories like a cinematic disease! However, this movie is quite different in its approach and execution. Even the sappy, cutesy parts are good! I found myself feeling (haven't done that in a while) for these characters and actually caring what happens to them! Billy Crudup is very convincing in his role as the button-down, more conservative politician to Connelly's idealistic flowerchild. Together, they have undeniable chemistry that makes the whole story work. WTD can be seen on several levels including the political, supernatural, romantic / emotional / psychological, and spiritual. It's also a bit of a mystery. I know of director Keith Gordon through his roles in CHRISTINE and DRESSED TO KILL. He is now one excellent movie-maker...Movie Review: Waking
Summary: 5 Stars
If you're into movies that are a bit off-the-wall, this one may be for you. Perhaps it is a ghost story. Or, perhaps it is a story about a troubled politician who suffers from hallucinations. That is for the viewer to decide. In either case, it is a good movie in an "artsy" sort of way.
This is perhaps the most surreal film I've ever seen. Just like the main character, it is difficult for us to separate dreams from reality in this movie. The gorgeous Jennifer Connolley once again proves that she is a bona-fide actress as opposed to just another pretty face in Hollywood.
This movie is recommended to all fans of Jennifer, as well as people who enjoy films that break away from the norm. While it's almost impossible to put your finger on what, exactly, this movie is "about," it's still well worth the opportunity to try.
Movie Review: Waking the Dead
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw this movie and it was so moving and compelling, why oscars weren't nominated i do not know. After watching this film it inspired me to read the book, which is more often than not, remarkably better. Not in this case, the director kept every important detail of the book in the film, they are acurrately similar. Billy Crudup, who always moves me with his perforamces, particularly this one which his character is not able to cope with the loss of his girlfriend, played by Jennifer Connelly. After her oscar win, i hope that this doesn't mean that she will give up on low budget projects, for she is amazing in this film, the audience has a hard coping with her loss as well. If you like dramatic films, you will surely not be disappointed in this one!Movie Review: Intelligent and Moving Film
Summary: 5 Stars
Fielding, the main character in the film, was raised in an ambitious working class household to have progressive values. He is genuinely concerned with others and aspires to political office "to make a difference." Fielding is very much in love with Sarah, who is killed in an act of terrorism. He is haunted by her death and, years later, when he is about to realize his ambition of being elected to Congress, he begins to catch glimpses of Sarah. Is it really her, or is it his subconscious demanding at the most inconvenient time that he finally confront his deep sense of loss? The film is unusually intelligent and moving. Kudos to the filmmakers.