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Plot The film is an adaptation of the book La Sonrisa etrusca . The book plot outline is about an older then moves to the northern city of Milan. It goes on t

The Etruscan Smile Movie Review

The Etruscan Smile Movie Review English Movie Review
Review for the film " The Etruscan Smile"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 1 Hour 47 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 21-11-2018
Genre: Drama
3.5 / 5.0
3.36 / 5.0

CAST & CREW


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  • Producer:
  • Arthur Cohn
  • Music Director:
  • Haim Frank Ilfman
  • Director:
  • Oded Binnun
  • Mihal Brezis
  • Costume Designer:
  • Mary Claire Hannan
  • Art Director:
  • Moley Campbell
  • Michael E Goldman
  • Director of Photography:
  • Javier Aguirresarobe
  • Line Producer:
  • Paul O Davis
  • Casting Director:
  • Kerry Barden
  • Nina Henninger
  • Paul Schnee
  • Still Photographer:
  • Graeme Hunter
  • David Moir
  • Sound Effects Editor:
  • Ben Chick
  • Sound Re-recording Mixer:
  • Nigel Squibbs
  • Assistant Editor:
  • Hemi Solomon
  • Visual Effects Supervisor:
  • Simon Carroll
  • Stephen Coren
  • Screenplay Writer:
  • Michael McGowan
  • Michal Lali Kagan
  • Sarah Bellwood
  • Gaffer:
  • Frank Helbig
  • Production Designer:
  • Sue Chan
  • Set Decorator:
  • Maggie Martin
  • Tina Jones
  • Casting Associate:
  • Sarah Kliban
  • Makeup Artist:
  • Hannah Wing
  • Hair Stylist:
  • Robert Mrazik
  • Post Production Supervisor:
  • Katie Shahrokh
  • Alistair Hopkins
  • Stunt Coordinator:
  • Rocky Capella
  • Visual Effects Coordinator:
  • Chiara Finello
  • Digital Compositor:
  • Steven Bray
  • Camera Operator:
  • Stephen Buckingham
  • Boom Operator:
  • Gary Doig
  • Assistant Art Director:
  • Alice Walker
  • Lighting Technician:
  • Connor Adam
  • Digital Imaging Technician:
  • Grant McPhee
  • Supporting Actor:
  • Peter Coyote
  • Ramsey Hanchette
  • Rosanna Arquette
  • Rose Wise
  • Sandra Santiago
  • Teresa Navarro
  • Tim Matheson
  • Treat Williams
  • Julie Ow
  • Josh Stamberg
  • John Demakas
  • JJ Feild
  • Thora Birch
  • Anthony Snow
  • Baily Hopkins
  • Barnaby Falls
  • Brian Cox
  • Christina July Kim
  • Gail Gamble
  • Vanessa Ross

Plot

The film is an adaptation of the book “La Sonrisa etrusca”. The book plot outline is about an older then moves to the northern city of Milan. It goes on to show he despises city life; however, he gradually begins to adjust to new surroundings with the help of his grandson. There have been modifications to the plot for the sake of the film. The nationalities of the main character (Scottish) and that of the grandson(American) and the location have been changed from Milan, Italy to San Francisco, America. It centres on themes like maturity, death and family.

Star Performance

The main character is played by none other than our Scottish old-time favourite, Brian Cox Brian Cox is a Scottish actor who was born on 1st >> Read More... . He puts in more emotions and the character has more depth in itself. It also helps that the film has a fantastic ensemble, which includes Treat Williams, Peter Coyote, and Tim Matheson Tim Matheson is an English actor and director who >> Read More... , who bring admirable gravitas to their supporting roles, no doubt motivated by the opportunity to work with six-time Academy Award-winning producer Arthur Cohn (The Garden of the Finzi-Continis, One Day Click to look into! >> Read More... in September)

Analysis

The film is indeed tear-jerking. The themes of death and family are prevalent. The tearjerking part starts when Rory McNeil(played by Brian Cox) meets his grandson Jamie. Rory softens at the sight of the toddler, whom he treats with deep compassion. We know Rory is on the brink of death. We can’t help but feel hopeful for him. Despite his odd and rude behaviours, he deserves a good ending. However, the tearjerking part continues when he begins to fall in love with Claudia. Tiny interactions, in the beginning, lead to meaningful and romantic bonds between the two. Just as their relationship starts to blossom, Rory is soon passing away. This “right person, wrong time” syndrome leaves us all helpless and emotional. He has a bit of an odd and condescending character to him. This contradicts how affectionate and tender he turns into when it’s concerned with his grandson or new love interest.

What's There?

  • Nostalgia
  • Excellent performance by Brian Cox

What's Not There?

  • Minor flaws

Verdict

Honestly, it doesn’t do much justice to its book. However, from a film standpoint alone, it is an excellent job done by the directors, producers and cast. For an emotional movie, this scores the highest.


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