Great film... Who knew Kevin Kline could speak French? This film reminded me a little of another one of my favorite films- namely "A Brief Vacation" because both films capture the loneliness of menial work and of not being understood by one's husband. In all fairness, in this movie, the husband tries, however.
The scenes of Corsica are intoxicating. The story addresses issues of class and gender. The story unfolds beautifully - even though some degree of willing suspension of disbelief is required. The film captures the chess world (male dominated, intimidating, turned inward) well although it is not credible that the protagonist could become so good playing against only one opponent and a mechanical chess set...
The film is ultimately quietly empowering. Bonnaire is a terrific actress. Watching her assimilate what she sees and make the chess moves of her life in an effort to achieve her dream is wonderful.
Thankfully, the film leaves many key questions for the viewer to contemplate after the final credits have rolled by. This film resonates and lingers.
The scenes of Corsica are intoxicating. The story addresses issues of class and gender. The story unfolds beautifully - even though some degree of willing suspension of disbelief is required. The film captures the chess world (male dominated, intimidating, turned inward) well although it is not credible that the protagonist could become so good playing against only one opponent and a mechanical chess set...
The film is ultimately quietly empowering. Bonnaire is a terrific actress. Watching her assimilate what she sees and make the chess moves of her life in an effort to achieve her dream is wonderful.
Thankfully, the film leaves many key questions for the viewer to contemplate after the final credits have rolled by. This film resonates and lingers.