Matialth Good concept, poorly executed.

Dorathen Better Late Then Never

CommentsXp Best movie ever!

Bereamic Awesome Movie

tgivaughn How this gem escaped our wonderful viewing pleasure after being trapped in nightly TV land for years is incredible! Always a fan of Helen Hunt in everything she's done and who would not adore Scarlet J? Put them both in incredible gowns and parade them through the rich portions of the world would be enough.But the plot, acting and surprises, then recalling special moments of vacation days past in those settings ... oohlala, wish we were there!12 stars!Be prepared to be entertained throughout every minute of this colorful story.

vincentlynch-moonoi I should begin by saying that I won't be alluding to Oscar Wilde here. I'm not that familiar with his work, so I'm not qualified to judge the film on that basis. So this will just be about the stand-alone film.I rather enjoyed this film, despite was I saw as some flaws. But let's begin with what I did like. First, often when I see a film that takes place in the 1930s, I don't feel like it's an accurate representation of the 1930s. This time, however, I felt as if I were in that time period. The setting were lush, but realistic. The cinematography was lush. Tom Wilkinson has become my standard to superb acting, and any with him, including this one, benefits from his presence. I also enjoyed the story.So what were the flaws. Well, at times it was a little slow. I've always thought that Helen Hunt was a very good actress, but I found her a little less than convincing here, particularly in the climactic scene near the end of the film. Scarlett Johansson, only 20 when this film was made...well, as the young wife, seemed a bit awkward. I was a bit surprised that she had appeared in about 15 films before this one, although many were in smaller parts as a youngster. For one thing, I wish she didn't leave her mouth open when not talking. But, even then, she was intriguing. On the verge of becoming a fine actress.This film barely squeaked by for me with a "7", but overall I did like it. I just thought it could have been better.

q-anniee I like America...Name me another society that's gone from barbarism to decadence without bothering to create a civilization in between. It may clear or dampen your head regarding marriage and may give you a peek inside mans head! And yet, if you want something light yet thoughtful, here is your chance. It captivates you and keeps you wondering to the end what may be the outcome of the good woman, and yet it gives you satisfaction at every moment. Though I don't agree with all the arguments to life that exploded out of thin air each time, like 'natural ignorance is the key to happiness' but we all may yet make peace with fresh thoughts.

lastliberal I thought I would treat myself to two Scarlett Johansson films this morning and I am glad that I did. As lovely as she was in Lost in Translation, she was dazzling in A Good Woman.This film requires that you invest your full attention or you will miss most of the really great gems:"I like America. Name me another society that's gone from barbarism to decadence without bothering to create a civilization in between.""You're so fond of gossip you don't give the truth a chance to put its pants on.""Every man is born truthful and every man dies a liar." "Crying is the refuge of plain women. Pretty women go shopping." Oh, there were so many many more. That was what was so great about this film - aside from staring at Scarlett, of course. I have always liked Helen Hunt, and she played magnificently here. I remember her fondly from "Mad About You." The only other movie I have seen her in was "As Good as it Gets," but I will be looking for "Bobby" to see her again.I won't go into the details of the story as that would spoil it for you, suffice it to say that it makes for a very interesting background to this film about love and morals. It is sweet, funny, tender, and imminently fun.