Epic journey Nov 5, 2009
I was surprised by her sensuality, even though Id already seen it in A Very Long Engagement, but only in brief moments, and here we had to go much further. When you make an advertisement, theres a lot of filming. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Film fest wraps up with the tender 'Edie & Thea' Sep 20, 2009
No question about it: If you're looking for the most emotional crowd at a movie screening today in Fresno, it will be the one turning out for "Edie A Very Long Engagement.". The film won't be for everybody. (Fresno Bee)
Reel Pride sports strong lineup Sep 18, 2009
"Edie and Thea: A Very Long Engagement," 8 p.m. Sunday, Tower Theatre. Grade A: At first glance there is really nothing that compelling about the subjects of this documentary. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno's gay and lesbian film fest marks 20 years Sep 16, 2009
And Sunday's closing film, the powerful "Edie A Very Long Engagement," takes aim squarely at one of the hot-button issues of the day -- gay marriage -- with a sentimental eloquence that is sure to turn the screening into a charged, emotional event. "We do believe this film can have an impact if it's seen by the right people -- people who count in the Legislature and who are 'on the fence' about coming out and supporting gay marriage," says Ibby Carothers, co-director of the film. (Fresno Bee)
Cotillard prefers getting beaten up to being with Depp Jul 25, 2009
" Pardon our French, Marion, but where did the hell did that come from? Still, it's amusing how the thought even crossed the lovely Cotillard's mind, especially since she doesn't need to strip to get noticed. Her films A Very Long Engagement and La Vie En Rose took care of that. She bagged a Cesar Award for Best Supporting Actress for the former in 2005, while her portrayal of Edith Piaf in the latter saw her win Best Actress awards from Bafta, Cesar and the Oscars. Cotillard revealed it wasn't... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Review: 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' Jul 14, 2009
There's a new cinematographer on board, Bruno Delbonnel ("A Very Long Engagement"), and the stark color palette suits the gathering storm clouds beautifully. In a similar vein, composer Nicholas Hooper provides little of the jolly menace of the early John Williams Potter scores. (FOX59, IN)
'Paris 36' is an awkward exercise in nostalgia, French style Apr 10, 2009
rard Jugnot), wannabe labor rights leader Milou (Clovis Cornillac, from "A Very Long Engagement"), bad comic Jacky (Kad Merad), and chanteuse Douce (newcomer Nora Arnezeder) - succeed in reviving their beloved theater. You bet your baguette and vin rouge. (Boston Globe)
