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Love + Hate (2005)
Ignore the negative comments made by others. It is good!
First and foremost, this is only my 2nd post ever and I've been using this website for well over 2 years now. My point is, something has to stir me up, to write a comment.
Well this film has, and more to the point some of the negative posts by others. Firstly, its not a classic. Secondly and more importantly, its nowhere near belonging on the scrap heap either. As the other posts have explained the outline of the plot, I refrain from repeating. What I will say though, is how surprised I was at how good I felt this film was upon its conclusion. I've watched so many films over the years, and have seen nearly all of the films in the top 250 on this website. Like I've said, its not a classic, but the film has a really good effort at offering a powerful and compelling story about issues in modern Britain. Comments made about the standard of the acting, are at the very least harsh, and seem to miss the point. The actors are indeed supposed to be young adults from Blackburn starting life out in the working world. It would be inappropriate to be acted with the grandeur of a Hollywood line-up. They give it a really good go and certain scenes are to a degree shocking and indeed quite moving.
No, its not a tear-jerker. It just has a powerful, if not slightly plagiarised plot, leaving you feeling better for indulging in its 86 minutes of worthwhile subject. Its a good British film you should watch with an open mind and an hour and a half of uninterrupted time.
Whistle Down the Wind (1961)
Unknown to most, loved by a few............
A truly beautiful, beautiful film. I'm in my 30's and would describe myself as an emerging film buff. I've seen all the classics, past and present, and have to say this really is up there as one of my favourites. Filmed nearly 45 years ago, set in the wonderful Lancashire moors, around the town of Burnley, England. This film will do nothing other than warm your heart. The innocence of the lead characters coupled with the respect shown in a bye-gone day, gives you that sentimental feeling, embossed with a sense of pride . I'll spare you the details of what you may watch, but give it a go, and imagine times nearly 5 decades ago, with a simple but interesting plot, and enjoy!