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Edie

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After her controlling husband dies, an elderly woman embarks on a trip to fulfill her longtime dream of climbing a mountain in the Scottish Highlands.
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Edie often reduces a remarkable story to a rather ordinary viewing experience, but it's elevated considerably by Sheila Hancock's work in the title role.

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Nell Minow RogerEbert.com The growing friendship between Edie and Jonny has an understated but very genuine warmth. Rated: 3/4 Sep 6, 2019 Full Review Robert Abele Los Angeles Times Something tells me a documentary on Hancock simply navigating the rigors of "Edie," as well as acting it to the fullest, might have been more readily inspiring. Sep 5, 2019 Full Review Bill Goodykoontz Arizona Republic The story in "Edie" may get sidetracked from time to time, but Hancock never does, with a focus every bit the equal of her character's, if not more so. Rated: 3/5 Sep 5, 2019 Full Review Cate Marquis AWFJ.org Buoyed by Sheila Hancock's sterling performance, Edie is a delightful little film for the dreamer in all of us, at whatever age. Oct 29, 2021 Full Review Leslie Combemale AWFJ.org It's a delightful reminder there should be more stories featuring older actresses released and celebrated. Oct 29, 2021 Full Review Jennifer Merin AWFJ.org Expect peak inspiration when you view Edie. Oct 29, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Renate B Worth watching for the stunning Scottish landscape and Sheila Hancock's acting (who apparently actually climbed the mountain herself in the making of the movie). Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/11/24 Full Review Mary A I love it. It shows the perspective of older people and the perception of the younger generation that does not know how to interact with the old people. These barriers get broken due to circumstances and a relationship of friendship among the different generations... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/26/24 Full Review isla s This was a fun watch - both uplifting and sombre at times, with a definitely amusing side to it too. I liked the titular character, Edie, I felt sorry for her at times and I wished the best for her as well. I thought that Sheila Hancock gave a great performance as Edie - playing a stubborn and yet spirited older person. I certainly had quite a lot of respect for the type of person Edie is and I felt Sheila was a good choice of actress in the role. Not throughout but ocassionally there were some particularly good cinematic shots of presumably Scottish hills and mountains, making it clear how cut off she was due to her surroundings. That made me feel more respectful of her. It was surprisingly poignant. Overall, I enjoyed the film - perhaps some plot aspects relating to Edie and Jonny, a local who tries to help her, are a bit cheesy and not brilliant but that by no means ruins the film. It came across to me a bit like a feature length BBC program, more than some massive hollywood blockbuster but whether that would bother you or not is up to yourself, of course. For what it is, I thought it was a well made film and I enjoyed it. Its a good example of a character based drama, I'd say and so I'd recommend it. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Why Shiela Hancock hasn't made more movies is a bit of a mystery as she brings to the role of Edie, a recently widowed and rather grumpy old woman, a fragility and charm that is so convincing and heartfelt. She is like that elderly neighbour that you were always a bit wary of a a kid but when you got to know her, she was the one with all the best advice and tastiest biscuits. It is a lovely story of how a woman who has put aside her childhood dreams for a husband that probably wasn't really worth it, seizes the chance to go on an adventure one last time. It is a beautifully observed, characterful tale of the kind that isn't often brought to the screen, having such a senior lead character. It is not sugar coated and indeed, Edie comes across at times as difficult and bloody-minded but that only makes her seem all the more true to life. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/13/23 Full Review Audience Member Charming and inspiring tale of resilience and living life to its fullest, set against the most spectacular backdrop on Earth - the northwest Highlands of Scotland. Genuinely stunning cinematography and great performances and chemistry between the two leads. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Audience Member A magnificent film with the innermost search for meaning in a life played out against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/05/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis After her controlling husband dies, an elderly woman embarks on a trip to fulfill her longtime dream of climbing a mountain in the Scottish Highlands.
Director
Simon Hunter
Producer
Mark Stothert
Screenwriter
Elizabeth O'Halloran
Distributor
Music Box Films
Production Co
Cape Wrath Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 6, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 3, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA)
$71.6K
Runtime
1h 42m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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