45 Years
Award-winning actors Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay give career-defining performances in 45 Years. As Kate and Geoff prepare to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary, their marriage is shaken when unexpected news threatens to change their lives.
Negative Space @MoeMcG
The use of "the country side" with its negative space framing becomes another main character in the film. It echoes the distance between the couple. A marriage of so many years has depths only those who experience it can understand. Life is full of love & loss. Not many share all tragedies with a spouse.
A gem @lmbrace
First time I saw this, I made the mistake of only following the plot and thought there was nothing much to this movie. After a second viewing, I realized I missed a masterpiece the first time around. The plot is important, but the most important aspects are the subtle, nuanced and heartbreaking portrayals of the two main characters. Tom Courtney is wonderful, as usual, but Charlotte Rampling is absolutely breathtaking. The directing and screenplay are understated, but perfect.
A bit depressing @macktan
Maybe I’ll give this film a second viewing, but I did find it downright depressing the first time around and there is nothing worse than being stuck in a bog of depression for a couple of hours.
Snoozy but sweet @El4stros
Decent, sweet movie. Stellar acting. Nearly lost me a few times to the sandman.
Nicely Acted Slice of Life Fell Flat @PerryAVL
With all the rave reviews, we had high hopes. Alas, a couple of excellent actors realistically portrayed a long-married couple, when a secret from the past shakes the union. Okay, but just not compelling stuff.