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Closing The Ring [DVD] [2007]
enlarge	Director: Richard Attenborough Actors: Christopher Plummer, Allan Gildea, John Kavanagh, Pete Postlethwaite, Shirley MacLaine Studio: Universal Pictures UK Category: DVD List Price: ~~£19.99~~ Buy New: £1.99 as of 21/11/2009 04:47 GMT details You Save: £18.00 (90%) New (22) Used (3) from £1.99 Seller: findprice Rating: 7 reviews Sales Rank: 11374 Format: PAL Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over Region: 2 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 113 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 EAN: 5050582551273 ASIN: B0013OXT5K Theatrical Release Date: 2007 Release Date: May 19, 2008 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 7 1 2 Next » Superlative storytelling from Lord Attenborough April 14, 2008 C. Porter (Worcester, England) 40 out of 40 found this review helpful This film got an awful lot of stick from the critics, and I genuinely can't see why. It boasts class names from both sides of the pond and has an undeniable emotional pull. br / br /There has been criticism of a 'contrived' ending, but the whole tug of the narrative is actually based on real events, so why bleat on about that? Besides, what do we go to the cinema for, if not to be transported elsewhere? br / br /I loved it at the cinema, and hope to on DVD - I'm looking forward to whatever the extras will be. The 'breakdown' scenes of Christopher Plummer and Pete Postlethwaite are worth the entrance fee alone - but there's much more to recommend here. A plot set in two time zones (featuring the same characters 50 years apart) keeps you on your toes as the story slowly, carefully, delicately unfolds. br / br /Does that sound dull? It's not, it's elegiac and measured - and yet, in places, surprisingly sparky and funny, too. Shirley MacLaine is on dazzling form as she delivers a multi-layered and subtle performance. And Brenda Fricker and newcomer Martin McCann (look up the word 'zesty' in the dictionary, and you'll find his Equity headshot) create some beautifully judged comedy moments. br / br /Let's be clear about this - 'The Matrix' it ain't (though, without giving the game away, there is peril and guns and bombs to be located at just the right moments) - it's a lovingly-told story, and it's all in the telling of it. At turns moving, uplifting, frustrating, unbelievable, fun, harrowing - just like life, really! br / br /Oh, and lest I forget, I am bound to say there is a killer song on the end credits: "Lost Without Your Love" sung by Amy Pearson: stunning - it's a real 'My Heart Will Go On' moment. Had me reaching for a hanky! br / br /So, in re-appraisal, this is a film that deserves more consideration, and more attention - not least because you will only truly appreciate it upon multiple viewings once all the secrets have been revealed, so a DVD purchase seems nigh-on essential. br / br /I hope Richard Attenborough continues to make this sort of film, and that the critics grow some hearts. A well put-together story June 2, 2008 Mrs. B. H. A. Campbell (Belfast) 18 out of 19 found this review helpful I saw this movie for the first time last night, loved it and immediately bought it from HMV. Based on a true story, it is cleverly told about 5 people 50 years ago and bringing them back together in the present time in a heart-rending but beautiful story of love and war. Set in America and Northern Ireland when an American war plane crashed on Cave Hill in Belfast, I am particularly interested as this is such a familiar area for me, living in Belfast. However, Belfast does not now look like it is portrayed in the film, as since 1994 there has been relative peace. I cannot recommend this movie highly enough. Have a box of tissues handy while you watch it! Wonderful portrayals from big stars Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Neve Campbell and Pete Postlethwaite. Stunningly brilliant movie March 8, 2009 Dodster (UK) 2 out of 2 found this review helpful This is an amazing piece of cinema. Certainly one of the best movies I have seen in recent times. br /The story starts in modern day in Michigan and weaves between this and world war two. It brilliantly intertwines the stories of five people over the decades, intermingling wartime romance with the recent troubles in Belfast. br /The story is a little confusing to start with, but once you get to grips with it, it holds your attention. Myself, my wife and two teenagers were totally absorbed in it throughout. br /I have to admit the idea behind the story didn't grab me initially, but it's a movie that has to be watched to impress. It is brilliant. br /If you have romance in your soul, give this a go. I don't think it will disappoint you. Heart Wrenching September 15, 2009 underthethumb (UK) 1 out of 1 found this review helpful Closing the Ring is a beautiful story very well told by Lord Attenborough. Jumping between World War Two and earlies 90's Belfast it tells the story of the love between Ethel Ann (Mischa Barton and Shirley Maclaine) and Teddy, her first love who she loses in a plane crash. br / br /The pacing of the film is measured and carefully crafted allowing you to really feel her loss and the hope of Teddy's friends left behind as the struggle to fulfil the promise they made him. br / br / br / Closing the Ring May 17, 2009 Mrs. MZJ Mccarthy (Birmingham, England) This is a lovely, romantic, gentle film with unexpected twists. I saw it twice at the cinema with my 16 year old daughter and just had to own it! My daughter watched again with her boyfriendClosing The Ring [DVD] [2007] before I had the chance to!! Showing reviews 1-5 of 7 1 2 Next »

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