Finding Neverland is a film not to be missed. The story about author J.M. Barrie, who strikes a friendship with the Llewelyn Davies family and is inspired by them to create the play "Peter Pan", is beauty in cinematic form.
The screenplay is rich and intelligent, concentrating on Barrie's relationship with the Llewelyn Davies family and his marriage with ex-actress Mary (Radha Mitchell), while also emphasizing the infinite value of imagination and creativity. The cinematography is lush, conveying the rustic beauty of early 20th century England - particularly gorgeous are the hues of green, red and gold.
The performances are incredible. Johnny Depp continues to impress with his range, combining the playfulness of a child with the reasoning of an adult in his portrayal of Barrie. Kate Winslet is excellent as a woman guided by the love for her children. Also stirring are Julie Christie's performance as Sylvia's mother and Freddie Highmore's portrayal of Peter, one of the sons.
This film will make you smile, cry and think. It will also make you wonder why such intelligent and visually eloquent films are few and far between. We need them.
10/10
The screenplay is rich and intelligent, concentrating on Barrie's relationship with the Llewelyn Davies family and his marriage with ex-actress Mary (Radha Mitchell), while also emphasizing the infinite value of imagination and creativity. The cinematography is lush, conveying the rustic beauty of early 20th century England - particularly gorgeous are the hues of green, red and gold.
The performances are incredible. Johnny Depp continues to impress with his range, combining the playfulness of a child with the reasoning of an adult in his portrayal of Barrie. Kate Winslet is excellent as a woman guided by the love for her children. Also stirring are Julie Christie's performance as Sylvia's mother and Freddie Highmore's portrayal of Peter, one of the sons.
This film will make you smile, cry and think. It will also make you wonder why such intelligent and visually eloquent films are few and far between. We need them.
10/10