Tuesday, May 11, 2010
The White Countess
So, I am considering trying to rent the 2005 James Ivory direction movie The White Countess, after seeing some stills online. Not sure how I missed this the first time round but I did! Apparently it's set in 1930s Shanghai. Coincidentally, its cast includes two actresses who recently passed: Natasha Richardson and Lynn Redgrave, which might be a bit unsettling to some, I suppose. However, it also stars Ralph Fiennes and Lee Pace, two dashing leading men. Has anyone else seen this film? Thoughts? Okay, time to drool over the costumes.
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I've never heard of this one! But the costumes look really beautiful.
Yes! I saw this a while ago and it is GORGEOUS - very "Merchant-Ivory" if you know what I mean. You will love it!
I've never seen this film but the costumes look great.
Beautiful outfits!!! I think I may have to watch this film...
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Hats! Anything with hats gets major approval points from me. I have to say the red day outfit is my favorite, but the blue gown is a close second. I have never even heard of this movie, but I'm adding it to my net flicks tonight.
I saw this on DVD a couple years ago and really enjoyed it. It's an interesting film and the costumes and scenery are gorgeous!
Beautiful costumes! Now I want to go find it and watch it!
ALright....off to see if I can get it at the local video store!!! Thanks, all!
Hope you will post a review! Wasn't Natasha Richardson related to Miss Redgrave - her daughter? Or niece?
I've never even heard of it - must have a look!
-Andi x
OHHH! I just love movies set in Shanghai in the 1920-1930's. I think it would have been an amazing time. I haven't hear of this movie though. It looks just charming!
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Drat! Our local video store doesn't have it! Not sure whether I want to buy the thing without seeing it (we don't get Netflix here). Maybe someone else who has seen it can review it for us??
1930s Girls: Yes, I recall that there is a family connection there (I think she's the niece of Vanessa and/or Lynn Redgrave....?
I've never heard of this movie! Adding it to my queue now. :)
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