mandysa33
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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.
The only thing I would add to the other reviews is the constant musical bombardment of this movie does tend to grate after a while...because it needs to set the emotional content that the film on its own lacks...(Sir) John Mills was wasted on this and he probably knew this so never pulled any weight for his allotted time on screen...the women leads were quite effective in their parts but the leading man looked a little discombobulated or meh about the whole enterprise... Should have been made by Hammer Horror...they would have sorted this endearing 70s mess...but at least I have now a base to measure the modern version by... lol