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Holistic Guidance - Snow Cake
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List Price: $19.95
Our Price: $14.99
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Manufacturer: Ifc
Starring: Alan Rickman, Sigourney Weaver, Scott Wickware, John Bayliss, Jackie Laidlaw
Directed By: Marc Evans
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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: WELLSPRING/GENIUS
EAN: 0796019804806
Format: DVD-Video
Label: Ifc
Manufacturer: Ifc
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Ifc
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2007-09-11
Running Time: 112
Studio: Ifc
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
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Editorial Reviews:
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Sigourney Weaver Carrie-Anne Moss and Alan Rickman star in this film about what happens in the aftermath of a young woman's death. Recently released from prison Alex (Rickman) offers a ride to a hitchhiker only to have her killed instantly when their car endures a brutal accident. Alex then approaches the girl's mother and the events that unfold change his life and other around him dramatically. System Requirements:Run Time: 112 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre:Â DRAMA UPC:Â 796019804806 Manufacturer No:Â 80480
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating: 
Summary: Very good for the most part
Comment: Guess I'm the odd person out on this one because Sigourney Weaver is the only one I didn't care for. In all fairness, she's not a favorite of mine to begin with. I liked a lot about this movie, however. The northern setting was artistic, moody. I thought the story on the whole was very interesting and refreshing when compared to most films which have fast action, lots of noise and dramatic music, but weak on script. I am suspicious of Weaver's character because I don't know whether we were presented with an authentic "high functioning" autistic person. I have no experience or information, but I sure don't want to get it from the movie industry, which portrays the mentally ill or developmentally delayed romantically, always casting attractive actors in the parts, not people who look like the real people. In real life would anyone actually buy a lovely home for an autistic woman, no matter how "high functioning" she was? If the grandparents raised Vivienne until she was 16, was Linda living all that time in her own home? If she couldn't care for a child, why could she have a home of her own? Maybe I missed something, but it seemed unbelievable. I felt a little like I was having social/mental health issues forced on me by Lifetime TV, manipulative. I really hate that. While some parts of the story seemed a bit loosely connected (like the affair with neighbor) I still enjoyed it. However, unlike at least one reviewer, I did not find the funeral to be a tear jerker. The most moving character, the most interesting and likable one, was Vivienne. And the dog!
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Summary: Dirge-like, but high quality
Comment: Odd couple flick with an autistic woman and a man who never smiles, indeed, is the most morose man in the world. Great script, great soundtrack. I didn't believe the love interest between the man and the neighbor, but whatever. The ending is a bit dragged out, and the funeral is a tear-jerker, of course.
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Summary: Quick ship - Perfect Condition
Comment: A wonderful movie. Weaver and Rickman are great together. I laughed and cried at the same time! Not your typical "touchy,feel good" movie. or "inspirational," but just plain GREAT. Weaver just gets better and better (and more beautiful). If you're looking for an "out of the ordinary" movie, this is it!!
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Summary: Poignant, intelligent, thoughtful
Comment: This is a beautiful film in every sense. Alan Rickman, who I adore not only as a fine actor, but as a gorgeous Brit, gives his usual superb performance. And Signourney Weaver is simply astounding. The entire cast, including the actresss playing Vivian who I look forward to seeing in bigger parts, is exceptional. Beautifully filmed, directed, edited, and acted -- take the time to watch this one.
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Summary: Alan is superb
Comment: Alan Rickman is one of the best and most subtle actors out there. He perfects every performance, no matter the movie. Snow Cake is no exception. The film itself is on the slow side, and truly, not much happens. But it works because of the magnificent performances. Sigourney Weaver is truly great in the role of a high functioning autistic woman and Carrie-Anne Moss gives a small but interesting performance as the woman that attracts Alan's attention. The scenes between them made me forget exactly how old Alan Rickman is. Just hot. This movie may not be for everyone because like I mentioned, it is very slow, but if you like watching brilliant acting and a film with a sweet message, you will surely like this film.
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