Watched that movie last night. Although it has some loose ends and I think some characters are not well developed, I still think it's good movie. I liked it. And the scenery is extraordinary. No Hollywood fake scenery. They actually filmed in Newfoundland - it reminds me a lot of Scandinavia.
This ain't a movie you can tell a lot about, you have to see it. No action movie, no extensive romance or such. It's a quiet movie, but nevertheless dishing out a bit of all genres. Apple has a preview: The Shipping News
I haven't seen the film - but I have read the book and it is an absolute feast. Annie Proulx writes really beautifully and you are swept away to another world. I kept reading slower and slower 'cos I didn't want the book to end!
Posted by: Jeanne | October 06, 2004 at 05:05 PM
Hey lady, just wanted to say Hi! I've not seen the shipping news myself, but I've never found myself in the mood to watch it. Plus I'd prefer to read the book myself. And if you think newfoundland is beautiful, you should check out the west coast of Canada, it's breathtaking! Anyways, pop me an email when you get a chance, let me know how you're doing.
Shereen
Posted by: Shereen | October 07, 2004 at 01:11 AM