It's rare to see a film and have everyone in the audience sit silent through the entire film, and closing credits, until the lights go back up -- such was the impact of The Discovery of Heaven at the showing I saw it at.
A philosophical drama that is extremely apropos at this point in human evolution, regardless of your religious beliefs, this film provides stellar performances from Stephen Fry and Greg Wise, and the entire cast. If you appreciated the life-tapestry and serendipity of P.T. Anderson's "Magnolia" then you'll find similar satisfaction here. Sometimes the life paths we choose with our free will may have unforseen consequences, not to mention an unforseen impetus.
Don't expect a Dogmaesque irreverence from this film, but do expect to say "ooh! clever!" at least a few times. There's an artistry in The Discovery of Heaven which is rare for modern cinematic offerings. Subtle and symbolic, this film will definitely earn a place in my DVD libarary when it becomes available. Definitely a "must see" if you appreciate films on a deeper level than many Hollywood productions could provide.
A philosophical drama that is extremely apropos at this point in human evolution, regardless of your religious beliefs, this film provides stellar performances from Stephen Fry and Greg Wise, and the entire cast. If you appreciated the life-tapestry and serendipity of P.T. Anderson's "Magnolia" then you'll find similar satisfaction here. Sometimes the life paths we choose with our free will may have unforseen consequences, not to mention an unforseen impetus.
Don't expect a Dogmaesque irreverence from this film, but do expect to say "ooh! clever!" at least a few times. There's an artistry in The Discovery of Heaven which is rare for modern cinematic offerings. Subtle and symbolic, this film will definitely earn a place in my DVD libarary when it becomes available. Definitely a "must see" if you appreciate films on a deeper level than many Hollywood productions could provide.