2 reviews
I gave this a chance, but the "humour" was so awkward and forced that 10 minutes was all I could take.
The setting of Oxford, with it's beautiful sandstone buildings, seems to be the principal attraction here. But that isn't enough to counterbalance the lame screenplay.
I guess they were aiming at a light comedy-romance, but they really missed the mark.
The setting of Oxford, with it's beautiful sandstone buildings, seems to be the principal attraction here. But that isn't enough to counterbalance the lame screenplay.
I guess they were aiming at a light comedy-romance, but they really missed the mark.
Tamzin Merchant is just brilliant in this. It has a certain Austen vibe except for the fantasy element atop the on-off forlorn love.
Also another juxtaposition would be The Detectorist, from the scenic moments and the occasional lightness of touch that conjures more out a distinct number of tired parts. The music in this really is another player which serves as almost a Greek chorus. Not something that would win respect from those seeking action or from a richer story. The palette it is made for is as if it were a fizzy wine, and not the refined ones seeking more thrills. Definitely makes for a lifting and heartening time. A sprightly story in a word and it is hard not to become a little smitten by Merchant's central performance.
Also another juxtaposition would be The Detectorist, from the scenic moments and the occasional lightness of touch that conjures more out a distinct number of tired parts. The music in this really is another player which serves as almost a Greek chorus. Not something that would win respect from those seeking action or from a richer story. The palette it is made for is as if it were a fizzy wine, and not the refined ones seeking more thrills. Definitely makes for a lifting and heartening time. A sprightly story in a word and it is hard not to become a little smitten by Merchant's central performance.