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July 30, 2023

A ROOM WITH A VIEW — THE CRITERION COLLECTION

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ColeSmithey.com"A Room With A View" is the terrific filmic adaptation of E. M. Forster's novel that turned Merchant Ivory films into a prestige brand.

Merchant Ivory films are iconic for good reason.

This lush 1985 romantic period drama is about the social trappings of Edwardian culture. The two young star-crossed lovers at the story's heart must teach one another from across social obstacles how to love, think, and act.

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Helena Bonham Carter is superb in her wild-haired role as Lucy Honeychurch, a blossoming independent thinker.

Love that name, Honeychurch.

So haughty, so naughty.

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Enter Julian Sands as George Emerson, a footloose intellectual traveling with his father (played by Denholm Elliott).

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Julian Sands is infectious in his character's romantic exuberance and unbridled lust for life.

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Julian Sands's brilliance is equally matched by Daniel Day Lewis's daring performance as Cecil Vyse, Lucy's betrothed fiance.

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Director James Ivory takes advantage of locations in Florence to grant the love story room to soar.

"A Room With A View" gets better with age. The way the film gradually expands its sense of humor toward the climax of the narrative is a true joy.

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Romance needs laughs, kisses, and thoughtful physical expression.

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And, a room with a view.

Here is a film to be savored again, again, and again.

Not Rated. 117 mins.

5 Stars

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