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An Education
PostedFebruary 8, 2010
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from San Fernando, CA
This was a very well put together film with inpeccable acting. I love most English films and this one moved to the top of my list. Had my 15-year-old niece with me and her attention was locked in from the very beginning of this film. If you have a daughter 13-16 years old, definitely take her. I am sure you can have a very interesting discussion with her on the way home or stopping off for a nice lunch or dinner afterward.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Great actors, quality production
PostedFebruary 7, 2010
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from Oklahoma city
Really enjoyed it . Great actors doing a very good job. I plan on seeing it again.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Must see this one!
PostedFebruary 6, 2010
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from Connecticut
I had not seen any advertisements for this movie, but stumbled across it in the line up at the local theatre. When I saw the high ratings by both the audience and the critics, I decided it might be worthy watching. I was NOT disappointed -- it is a charming, entertaining, bittersweet movie. The cast is excellent even if most of them are unknowns. The female lead reminds me of Katie Holmes.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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very interesting movie
PostedJanuary 24, 2010
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from NJ
I've been waiting for a while to see this movie since it has very limited release. Whenever I went to the theater right before it was sold out. It was worth waiting though. I regret demand for such movies is not larger in USA and this causes limited release. This is more European movie. Perfect job! No high end actors but mastery acting!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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An Education
PostedJanuary 18, 2010
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from New Jersey
Enjoyed the well-acted and interesting movie. The movie, set in the sixties, has to be enjoyed in that context, although the message of the movie resounds well. We liked it a lot, and hope you do.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A classic Brilliant story
PostedJanuary 11, 2010
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from Oldwick NJ
Carried by talented Acting it had simplicity true to the film its story was charming, it style had Oscar for me.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
Sad start-Happy ending
PostedJanuary 9, 2010
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from Winston Salem, NC
A well don script that explores the 60's and disfunctionabilty. The ending is so very fairy tale, but it leaves you with that feeling that good people can finish first.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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ugh
PostedDecember 23, 2009
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premise: it is 1961 and a 16 year old London schoolgirl, mature for her age, falls for a suave possibly 35 ish older man who doggedly pursues her. her parents are stupidly charmed by the guy and let her date him and be taken on trips. schoolgirl is always in his car opening the glove box for a cigarette until, near the end of the movie, she discovers mucho letters in the glove box from his wife....the typical dumb philanderer pretentious slip up that deflates the movie going experience. this affair is her education and seals the decision to continue onto prestigious Oxford instead of getting married and be taken care of. a big waste of time in my humble opinion.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Not Remarkable
PostedDecember 16, 2009
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from New York
A coming of age in the '60s tale, interesting for it's perspective. Aside from some excellent performances, not much else to recommend this pic, as it's rather formulaic.
Confession: my clearview cinema was running a copy that had a defect - a scratch - manifesting as a yellow/green/black line visible at the quarter left of the screen for a full hour. it was totally distracting, annoying, and irritating. i've reviewed the film as honestly as possible...but, clearview gets an F. "clear view"??? give me a break!!!
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Good stuff
PostedDecember 13, 2009
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from Brooklyn, NY
Very enjoyable. Carey Mulligan does a great job of playing the lead. Go see it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Terrific "small" movie
PostedDecember 10, 2009
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from New Orleans
A 16-year-old English high schooler gets her head turned by an man twice her age, who offers her wining and dining experiences that are a revelation to her. She should know better! She has school to finish and is shooting for acceptance into Oxford University. 24-year old Carey Mulligan plays the 16-year-old and is utterly believable and utterly adorable. All the actors are fine, in this plausible tale of ill-fated attraction. It's such a pleasure to see a fine movie that relies on a good story and good acting. versus special effects eye-candy. This is a small movie, but an excellent one.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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3 / 5
Nice Atmosphere, overly simple
PostedDecember 6, 2009
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from Brooklyn
The movie is pretty to watch with the period scenes of England and Paris and the acting was pretty good. I was a little disappointed in the lead actress because the reviews of her were so glowing but the character portrayed was kind of inconsistent, seeming to be a child at times and other times much older--one could say that is the point but I wasn't convinced. Also, and this was my main criticism, the motivations of characters seemed overly simple to me and blame was assigned in a casual fashion, complex moral situations were glossed over in favor of a kind of simple melodramatic story line. Still, there are many worse movies and it was pleasant overall.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Quite good and insightful
PostedNovember 30, 2009
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This film has so many lessons in it about the real world vs. the sheltered world of home and school. Wonderfully acted and thoughtful movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Disappointed
PostedNovember 29, 2009
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What a disappointment! I had read wonderful reviews of the movie but I was disappointed at the simplicity of the entire story. We have read and watched movies about the same topic so many times, that there was no need for another one. I have to admit that Carey Mulligan was phenomenal. Perhaps, she is the only reason why this movie is worthy seeing. Otherwise, I do not recommend it. Read the LA Times' Calendar section on Sunday, Nov. 29. It says that this movie is overrated. I wished I had read this before going to the movies.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Fantastic
PostedNovember 28, 2009
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from Phoenix, AZ
What a great display of the the whole concept of "education". She learned great lessons, both in and out, of her "schooling" environment. It was a beautiful experience being a part of her learning process. Great movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The Oscar Race has Begun
PostedNovember 22, 2009
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from New Orleans
This was a wonderfully made masterpiece. You will witness the birth of a star: Carey Mulligan. She was outstanding in the lead role.
Carey was perfectly cast as the young British school girl. She was innocent and vulnerable - but also mesmerizing. And wise.
This was a beautiful film that will be one of the ten movies to receive a best picture nomination.
Don't miss it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
MOVING but SLOW
PostedNovember 22, 2009
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from Austin, TX
I really liked this movie, coming close to LOVE. One of those movies that when it comes out on DVD, I will watch over and over. While the performances were very well done by the entire cast, I didn't find the premise very believable. He wasn't really a con man as he was just the "bad boy" archetype, which really didn't seem so sinister. The girl comes off as way too sophisticated by any standards to me. Sorry, just didn't believe it, though the drama was spell binding. Lastly, it did go a little too slow for me, character development takes time but for this film its the premise of the story, and the resolution just concludes too quickly.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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you must see this
PostedNovember 22, 2009
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Stellar acting performances by everyone, even Dominic Cooper. Great dialogue, and very funny. It's filmed beautifully. The story gets a little weaker as the movie progresses but it's an accurate observation of a British schoolgirl's life in the 60s(I was one) if there was no handsome older man on the scene!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Absolutely superb
PostedNovember 21, 2009
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from New Orleans, LA
A perfect movie.
Should be shown to all high school juniors and seniors. What an education!
Brilliant.
The cast's performance is flawless.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A little gem!
PostedNovember 18, 2009
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from Scarsdale, NY
It seems that every year around this time, a little indy movie pops up and just overwhelms the big money films that surround it. "Juno" was one of those. This year it's "An Education." A terrific cast, great acting and a quirky story all combine for an enjoyable movie experience. You can never guarantee anything these days, but this is a film that lots of people will like.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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An Education
PostedNovember 16, 2009
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Some of the best acting I've seen all year.
You can't take your eyes off of Rosamund Pike.
The movie shows how few choices women had in the early 60's.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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An Education
PostedNovember 15, 2009
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from Chesterfield, MO
This was one of the best movies I've seen this year! We haven't gone to a movie in over 6 months, because we just haven't found anything we want to see, but this one got such good reviews, I had to see it. Make sure you go and get your tickets early - we got there 15 minutes early last night, and there were only front row seats left, so we returned our tickets and went this afternoon, which was still almost full.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Excellent!
PostedNovember 15, 2009
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Original & engaging. A British HS senior with aspirations to go to Oxford is seduced by a con artist and his lifestyle in nightclubs, concerts, and trips to Paris. Wonderful acting all around, especially by the young lead.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Simply Brilliant!
PostedNovember 11, 2009
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Simply put: AN EDUCATION is the year's best movie! The storyline, the cinematography, the cast are top notch and there are so many layers to this film that it warrants a second and perhaps third viewing. A must-see! Miss Carey Mulligan is just incredible and before long, she will be the next big movie star.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Education, An
PostedNovember 8, 2009
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from Brooklyn new york
I can not think of anything to add or subtract!! Complex topic tastefully handled.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A Small Enjoyable Film
PostedNovember 3, 2009
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from Bethesda MD
Acting by all was top-notch. Excellent story line. No sentimental stuff. Worth seeing.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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An Education is an education - see it!
PostedNovember 2, 2009
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from Arizona
A well-plotted/scripted 1960's period piece with great cinematography and pitch perfect acting. We loved this movie. Lessons here are to be learned by all. I really cannot think of any faults or weaknesses in this film. It was enjoyable from start to finish. New comer, actress Carey Mulligan, was startlingly good. Where did she come from? Sarsgaard, Molina, Thompson all gave the kind of performances we have come to expect from such quality actors! See this move in theater for the full effect. Kudos to director Scherfig and his team.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Convincingly mall devastations
PostedNovember 1, 2009
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from Brooklyn, NY
A series of small devastations on an intelligent yet innocent and sheltered school girl. She is shown the world by an older man, and in the process becomes worldly in other ways. Even the dissappointment in her parents' faces is palpable. Beautifully shot, especially the nightclub scenes, smartly written and well-paced.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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great movie
PostedOctober 31, 2009
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from SILVER SPRING, MD
a wonderful romantic movie, wonderful connection between them. this is a wonderful family movie. i would see it again.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Best of the chick flics
PostedOctober 31, 2009
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from Bethesda, MD
Very good romantic connection between the very likeable older man and his innocent prey, the young and lovely high school girl. Her father provides comic relief. The older man's associates, man and woman, add a somewhat sinister touch.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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