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- Review count3
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- First reviewNovember 24, 2008
- Last reviewAugust 29, 2009
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- Average rating4.3
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Loved every minute
PostedAugust 29, 2009
MBasset
from Bronx, NY
Compelling stuff. Not only does it give you a peek into the fascinating world of fashion, but it finds the humanity in a world that often seems to lack it. I was surprised by how much the movie honestly portrays Anna Wintour and her cultivated persona, but still manages to be sympathetic. She remains an intimidating mystery but there is poignancy in the portrayal. Also poignant is the portrayal of Grace Coddington, Vogue's creative director. The relationship between Wintour and her is a great exploration of the age-old tension between an editor/marketer and an artist; the necessity of this symbiotic relationship comes across clearly. The film boasts both lovely moments and real laughs, and is, in short, well worth your time.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Wonderful
PostedJuly 18, 2009
MBasset
from Bronx, NY
The Way We Get By is a great film. Its story is told with simplicity and insight. While many films that deal with older people condescend to their subjects, this one explores their complicated humanity in a way that never exploits. I loved it, have already recommended it to many people, and will continue to do so.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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More like Christmas obsfuscation
PostedNovember 24, 2008
MBasset
from Bronx, NY
I had mixed feelings about this film. On the one hand, it was beautifully shot and acted, and there were many intriguing narrative choices, such as characters occasionally addressing the camera. But many of the main relationships and interfaces were so shrouded in mystery as to cease resembling human interactions. While there is a thematic point to such shrouding (human unknowability), both the theme and the portrayal of it bordered on the perverse for me.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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