I watch this gem about twice a year, when I feel like having a good cry. This film truly transports me to another time and place.
There are timeless morality issues dealt with in the story, and the unforgettable ending gives a person goose bumps. Seeing the film inspired me to read the story it's adapted from(The AppleTree.) There are some differences between the story and the film, of course, and the endings are somewhat different, although the overall idea is on the same wavelength. I feel the ending of the film is very,very strong and extremely suited to the film genre as compared to the written page.
The music is exquisite. Not only does it cast a beautiful spell from the very first note, but it remains in your mind long after the film is over.
A precious, precious film.
There are timeless morality issues dealt with in the story, and the unforgettable ending gives a person goose bumps. Seeing the film inspired me to read the story it's adapted from(The AppleTree.) There are some differences between the story and the film, of course, and the endings are somewhat different, although the overall idea is on the same wavelength. I feel the ending of the film is very,very strong and extremely suited to the film genre as compared to the written page.
The music is exquisite. Not only does it cast a beautiful spell from the very first note, but it remains in your mind long after the film is over.
A precious, precious film.