Platicsco Good story, Not enough for a whole film

Chirphymium It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

Nayan Gough A great movie, one of the best of this year. There was a bit of confusion at one point in the plot, but nothing serious.

Fleur Actress is magnificent and exudes a hypnotic screen presence in this affecting drama.

drumax-759-417828 I am not a film maker or film student, just like movies and watch way more than I should. This is not the type of movie I would generally watch but because I like Robert Carlyle I gave it a chance. I am glad I did.I forgive the fact there are no great dancers in the film as it isn't about dance and most in the classes are students, children, older...in essence, they aren't dancers and most are probably not there to become expert dancers.It IS a movie that looks to tug at the heartstrings and manipulate the emotions but most movies are trying to illicit a response, an emotional reaction, of some kind. This movie did a good job.Personally I had a hard time investing emotionally in this movie but it gradually weakened my resolve and I started caring about the characters.Indeed it is an older short film encapsulated in an updated shell and secondary story but to be honest, the characters (and a few were real characters), anachronisms and all, were still just as interesting and was worked into the new overarching story quite well.Any weakness of this story, this project, was ably work around by a great cast that did seem to immerse themselves in their roles. Its not a perfect film, it overtly tugs at the heartstrings, sappy, some comedy. I recommend it but it certainly isn't going appeal to all.I wish they had credited 'freeway' the boombox button pusher...it was a funny touch, one of a few minor quirky characters both modern and flashback, little touches that added to the enjoyment of the movie.

shane wood One of those films you'll never understand why it didn't get a academy nomination. I fell in love with Tomei. Robert and John where amazing. Incredible story and well directer. Watched it with the cast at the Temecula Film Festival and just Loved the Film. Would really have loved to have take friends to see it in the theater. Don't let the tittle throw you, not sure it does the film justice. No disrespect to Mary Steenburgen who was wonderful as Marienne Hotchkiss. Not sure what more to say without giving away anything. Just don't look at the tittle and think you know what the film is about. Also interestingly part of the film was shot as an AFI short thesis film and completed years later.

jozielee Found this gem in Hollywood Video today. What a sweet, uplifting film. Watched the movie, followed by the director's cut. (And, yes, Elden, I listened until all three of you stopped talking.) It's always helpful to know the director's intention after seeing a film. Makes for a more complete experience. The director's point of view often helps to verify I didn't miss key points in the story. This was one of the best director's reviews because Randall Miller and friends explained the variations in lighting between three different parts of the film, and discussed how they were able to assemble such an impressive cast. Loved the film. Bravo!

tarantularose With all the attention recently focused on Ballroom Dancing, this film was disappointing. Actors commonly spend a great deal of time developing their character. Stunt double withstanding, if one is to be on camera riding a horse, or fencing in a duel, or playing a song and dance man as Richard Gere in "Chicago", there is some serious preparation necessary to bring the character to life...thank-you Richard. How would we have reacted had Mr Pitt repeatedly tripped over his shield in "Troy"? I was so distracted by the dance shots in this film, I found myself rubbing my eyes and forehead in disbelief. I will not say that the script was void of merit, for I wasn't able to pay that much attention. I simply kept being pulled off track. On the upside, there was a nice pool of talent. John Goodman choked my heart, as usual. Still, I imagine the screening was very sobering for all involved.