The Invisible Woman
At the height of his career, Charles Dickens meets a younger woman who becomes his secret lover until his death.
Director:
Ralph Fiennes
Cast:
Ralph Fiennes, Felicity Jones, Michelle Fairley
Screenplay:
Abi Morgan (screenplay), Claire Tomalin (book)
Screening Date:
Dec 14, 2013
Running Time:
1 hr 51 min
| Excellent | Very Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.0% | 30.0% | 24.0% | 16.0% | 4.0% |
“Each shot is a gorgeous painting. A beautiful film telling a story I was totally unaware of. The acting, cinematography and story are compelling.”
“If this was an ordinary love affair without an iconic
literary figure of the XlX century, our judgment would’ve been different. The screenplay makes it clear that she was in the shadows, still I call this a good Saturday AM film!”
“Good acting. Good ensemble acting. Sad, sad life of women - even upper class women. Charles Dickens enjoyed his life. Ultimate rock star.”
“Good but a little slow in the beginning.”
“As biopics go, gorgeous to watch from moment to moment, with great insights into Dickens life and the effect of those around him. Superbly subtle, trusting of its audience, avoiding the excesses. Bravo!”
“If there’s a better actor working today than Ralph Finnes tell me where to look. Even in a role not nearly as challenging as CORIOLANUS or even Valdemort he is incredible, and what a range there!”
“Too slow and too depressing. Very little story within the relationship.”
“A beautiful film and a beautiful story. The juxtaposition of 19th century manners and morals is starling next to the 21-century cacophony and free-wheeling morality. Dickens sensitivity is not shortchanged here.”
“Wonderful design work throughout. Sets, costumes, photography excellently done. Pace is very slow, script poor, most of the acting only adequate.”
“Felicity Jones holds her own against Ralph Fiennes. That says it all.”
“This film will have difficulty finding a large enough audience to enable it to last in theaters. The film has a great look, unfortunately it is not a painting, and as a movie it is much less successful.”
“The opening shot reminds me of LAWRENCE OF ARABIA. Gorgeous vistas, great use of silence.”
“Not for everyone but beautiful to look at.”
“I loved it, settle back and enjoy, like reading Dickens itself – sometimes slow, sometimes meandering, but ultimately compelling. Makes me want to know more about the man.”
“Too long, too slow, too boring.”
“What an interesting slice of Dickens’ life. Enjoyed it. Very engrossing. Beautifully shot and costumed. Acting was superbly understated. Great production design! Shadows, silhouettes. Seashore shots references to GREAT EXPECTATIONS. Fabulous period piece. Actress who played Mrs. Dickens was superb - great moment! Wonderful reaction!”
“Superb!”
“John – thanks for this film! Exactly what MEA is all about, and thanks for the guest! It was great to hear Ms. Tana discuss the making of the film and her role - stuff you’ll never get from Jimmy Kimmel or Access Hollywood.”
“A slow moving film about a man always in a hurry and not serious most of the time. Gorgeous scenery suitable for a painting not a movie.”
“Stunning in every detail.”
“Beautiful but slow.”
