If you're into 'action movies" then forget about "The Bookshop" but if you're into dialogue and reading then you'll enjoy this fine movie. The characters are quite unique and enjoyable but it is undeniably slow. For all that, it's most enjoyable - especially for Irish people who will enjoy the shots of Strangford / Portaferry.
This movie has lots going for it. Emily Mortimer has lots going for her in the lead role of Florence. Bill Nighy and Patrica Clarkson are excellent in their supporting roles. James Lance (whom I loved on "Alan Partridge") is great as the disreputable local knob. Honor Kneafsey is excellent as the 13-year-old child friend of Florence who was working in her bookshop.
I was waiting for the classic happy ending but (beware of spoiler!) it's not here. It is the classic story of the new woman taking on them local, small-town establishment and how it's hard to fight against wealth and high-level networking.
Altogether, an enjoyable (if slow-moving) movie. Book Club members will enjoy it.
This movie has lots going for it. Emily Mortimer has lots going for her in the lead role of Florence. Bill Nighy and Patrica Clarkson are excellent in their supporting roles. James Lance (whom I loved on "Alan Partridge") is great as the disreputable local knob. Honor Kneafsey is excellent as the 13-year-old child friend of Florence who was working in her bookshop.
I was waiting for the classic happy ending but (beware of spoiler!) it's not here. It is the classic story of the new woman taking on them local, small-town establishment and how it's hard to fight against wealth and high-level networking.
Altogether, an enjoyable (if slow-moving) movie. Book Club members will enjoy it.