Movies: To see or not to see?? (2)

My Week with Marilyn is definitely worth watching. Especially so if you are a Monroe fan. If you are not such a fan, the movie will anyway pull you right in and force you to take sides with this Hollywood phenomenon. Michelle Williams has done a commendable job and has picked up Monroe mannerisms to the tee, especially her dancing style. However, for those who have spent hours looking at her movies and pictures, there is a sense of disappointment since she had a unique face and it was not William's. Sir Laurence Olivier played by Kenneth Branagh, was wonderful with his impatience and anger at Marilyn and admiration for her too. But the cake was taken by Colin Clark played by Eddie Redmayne, the third assistant director who wants to make a mark in the film industry and falls deeply in love with Marilyn.
The movie makes quite an impact as all real stories tend to.

Movies - To see or not to see ....???

The Iron Lady: As usual, Meryl Streep comes out with flying colours. I am a BIG fan and she did not disappoint. Her mannerisms as the old Margaret Thatcher suffering from dementia were so authentic. How does she do it, I wonder? Definitely, a must see.

The Newlyweds: Ed Burns directs and acts with complete competence in this movie which has some documentary elements to it. The story line is simple and real. And the message is clear - Don't think you have the perfect marriage!!! Definitely, a must see.

The Artist: Jean Dujardin plays the Artist and has excelled. The film recalls the years of the black and white silent era. Director Michel Hazanavicius has the courage to risk going back to bring out this wonderful creation. Everything worked and I enjoyed the last scene which finally allows sound to creep in. The dog was great coz the film was silent! Don't miss this one!