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From the surface, this movie is depressing, but there's nothing funny about mental illness or not finding yourself in this great big world. "Losing Chase" is one of those little known movies that you feel sad for because not a whole lot of people will get to see it. Even I don't know how I came about it, but I am a huge Hellen Mirren fan ever since "Excalibur." She shines in this movie, but Kevin Bacon in his directorial debut shows a lot of sensitivity in portraying these two women. The other being Kyra Sedgwick who plays the young, post grad parent helper. The setting is the gorgeous and languid Martha's Vineyard, if you've never been there, this movie will invite you to. The begining of the movie might be a little uncomfortable to watch as young Elizabeth(Sedgwick) is introduced and humilated by Chase. Then there's the angry pre-teen son who is just as ascerbic and nasty to his mother. There's a lot of sadness in these characters because they have been affected by mental illness, but it's their inner strength and their kindness to each other that ultimately triumphs. Sedgwick and Mirren have that rare chemistry that true professional actors can convey on screen. Highly recommended.
July 28, 2008 | | The acting and senery are wonderful!!! The content is not my taste. | |
I'm not into homosexuality so when the movie goes "there" I got turned off. But the senery is beautifully done and the acting suburb.
February 8, 2008In this directorial debut of Kevin Bacon, it's clear that he knows how to get moving, in depth performances out of his actors. Helen Mirren, some ten years before she would win an Oscar, and an actress known to more savvy movie goers, gives a riveting performance of a woman deadened by her marriage - who suddenly comes to life when a young girl comes to work as a nanny to her children. Miss Mirren won a Golden Globe Award for her performance. Kyra Sedgwick gives a beautifully touching performance of a young girl, recovering from the suicide of her mother, who comes back to life in this Martha's Vineyard Household - only to be shocked by the chaos that she's caused.
November 4, 2007The beginning was a bit rough for me, but it gradually got "better". When they started to understand each other I was captivated by it. Near the end I knew it would never work, probably because of the age difference, but it was somewhat a sweet ending. I love this movie now and it wasn't too sad like some others.
August 29, 2007| | | superb, believable, human drama | |
Totally loved this movie, moved it to top ten "faves" in my collection. Bought it because I'm a big Kyra Sedgwick fan and love Mirren too. However, didn't expect all that much (after seeing a few dogs lately). Got hooked by a clip on Youtube. I was extremely surprised by how much I liked this film. Wasn't even available at the local vid store. There is palpable romantic tension between Kyra and Helen, enough to drive a person crazy, but it never spills into "gratituitous groping or poor taste". Not a lesbian film, but very enjoyable for persons of any orientation. Great drama, very human. Moves nicely, didn't want to pause it for a break. The acting (everyone involved) is really believable. The ending was bittersweet but appropriate. Easy to get totally wrapped up in each of the characters and feel for them. Beautiful writing. Can't wait to watch it again with my sister.
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