Finding Neverland" (2004)
Cast: Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, Radha Mitchell, Julie
Christie, Dustin Hoffman.
Director: Mark Forster
Director: Mark Forster
Synopsis:
In 1903,
in England, the play writer James Matthew Barrie has a
complete lack of inspiration, and his last work was a deceptive play. When he
meets the children of the widow Sylvia Llewelyn Davies, he becomes friend of
the family and Sylvia becomes his muse and her children the source of
inspiration. James writes the successful play about "Peter Pan and
Neverland".
Review:
Barrie (Johnny Depp) meets a single mother Sylvia Llewelyn
Davies (Kate Winslet) who has four little sons. One of them Peter (Freddie Highmore) is so horrified by
his father's death that he's apparently forfeit every trace of youthful indiscretion
and resourcefulness. The author is a whimsical and freakish man who interested
in working and playing games with children rather than spending time with his wife
(Radha Mitchell).After some time he becomes like a father and at the same time husband
for Sylvia’s family. As he finds his inspiration from the relationships, a
unique play about Peter Pan is born.
Speaking about the film, it is necessary to stress that the costumes are excellent and suitable for all actors. The locations are notable for their beautiful landscapes, fountains, and wealthy interiors. The music is glorious and well-fitted.
Speaking about the actors’ performance, it should be mentioned that it is great. At the core of the film, Depp’s performance suffers tremendously as a result of all that whitewashing, for his Barrie has as much depth as a water puddle. Admittedly,Finding Neverland does look great thanks to the talents of cinematographerRoberto Schaefer, production designer Gemma Jackson, and other behind-the-scenes personnel, but what saves this period melodrama from the infernal pit of mushiness is a trio of excellent actresses: Kate Winslet, Radha Mitchell, and veteran Julie Christie (above), all of whom bring a much needed sense of honesty and real feeling to the otherwise sugary proceedings.
So “Finding Neverland” is one of the best movies I have ever seen. I like its idea and movie details which shows the experiences of "Peter Pan" author J.M. Barrie, which lead him to write the children's classic. Finding Neverland is about hanging on to that belief in something that transcends the empirical world. It's a small, gentle, graceful motion picture .In conclusion I should point out that it’s a heartfelt, beautiful film, and one of the best dramas I've seen in years.
Speaking about the film, it is necessary to stress that the costumes are excellent and suitable for all actors. The locations are notable for their beautiful landscapes, fountains, and wealthy interiors. The music is glorious and well-fitted.
Speaking about the actors’ performance, it should be mentioned that it is great. At the core of the film, Depp’s performance suffers tremendously as a result of all that whitewashing, for his Barrie has as much depth as a water puddle. Admittedly,Finding Neverland does look great thanks to the talents of cinematographerRoberto Schaefer, production designer Gemma Jackson, and other behind-the-scenes personnel, but what saves this period melodrama from the infernal pit of mushiness is a trio of excellent actresses: Kate Winslet, Radha Mitchell, and veteran Julie Christie (above), all of whom bring a much needed sense of honesty and real feeling to the otherwise sugary proceedings.
So “Finding Neverland” is one of the best movies I have ever seen. I like its idea and movie details which shows the experiences of "Peter Pan" author J.M. Barrie, which lead him to write the children's classic. Finding Neverland is about hanging on to that belief in something that transcends the empirical world. It's a small, gentle, graceful motion picture .In conclusion I should point out that it’s a heartfelt, beautiful film, and one of the best dramas I've seen in years.
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In 1903, in England, the PLAYWRIGHT James Matthew Barrie has a complete lack of inspiration, and his last work IS a deceptive play.
When he meets the children of the widow Sylvia Llewelyn Davies, he MAKES friendS WITH the family and Sylvia becomes his muse and her children the source of inspiration.