I’ve been a little lax this year with my Green Room/TIFF coverage. It happens. But all is not lost, despite the fest finishing tonight. Here are a few more tidbits to get you though to TV season….
THE COMPANY YOU KEEP.
Mr. Redford came to town for this one and, unlike last year, he was in great form. Chatty, smiley, posing with everybody no problem. He cozied up to one long-term fan in particular:
Yep, the photographer was photographed. He may wear more makeup than her but when he looks into your eyes, you can’t help but hear the dulcet tones of Babs….mmmmm-mmmm…..Or so I’m told…
Thriller centering around ex-members of a domestic terrorist group. They’re living undercover, one gets caught, another is about to be busted. Apparently it’s not bad, tho’ no “Running on Empty” (one of my faves). I didn’t stay for the flick but have heard mixed things. You’ll have to judge for yourselves when (if?) it gets released.
A Royal Affair is a Danish period piece set in the 18th century. The true story of the Danish queen who, married to a somewhat bonkers King, falls for his physician. I absolutely adored this movie. Visually stunning, impeccably acted, it runs the emotional gamut between humour, clever politics and devastating romance. Definitely one to look out for.
Great Expectations was the highlight of my festival. Not because I’m a huge Dickens fan. I’m not. And not because Jeremy Irvine, playing Pip, is gorgeous. Nor is it because he was so sweet with his little brother who plays young Pip in the film.
And it’s not even because of Ralph Fiennes. Not anymore…
No, it was the highlight because the film’s director, the lovely and uber-talented Mike Newell, was in attendance. And if I sound partial, it’s because I am, having been the man’s right-hand for 5 years. So I love him and everything he does, no matter what. I’m loyal that way. Most of the time.
Final night was “Song for Marion”, a saccharine-sweet tear-jerker about a carmudgeonly man whose beloved wife is dying of cancer. She sings in a choir. he hates it. But in the end….You can guess the rest. This was one manipulative flick, vying for the senior audience. Did it work? Not for me. Will it do well? Probably. Terence Stamp was awesome. No good pics tho’….
Other movies came and went. As did meals in lieu of screenings! And while I cannot provide you with any more reviews, I can send you off with some final snaps:
