A ROOM WITH A VIEW — THE CRITERION COLLECTION
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"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.
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.
Enter Julian Sands as George Emerson, a footloose intellectual traveling with his father (played by Denholm Elliott).
Julian Sands is infectious in his character's romantic exuberance and unbridled lust for life.
Julian Sands's brilliance is equally matched by Daniel Day Lewis's daring performance as Cecil Vyse, Lucy's betrothed fiance.
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.
Romance needs laughs, kisses, and thoughtful physical expression.
And, a room with a view.
Here is a film to be savored again, again, and again.
Not Rated. 117 mins.
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