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Rating: Q=5, P=5 / Average OJ
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Alzheimer's, Grief/Coping, Complex Relationships, Philosophical, Drama
My friend recommended that I read the book this film is based on. I really enjoyed the read and found it interesting how the author put herself into the mind of woman slowly losing her intellect and memories. I was skeptical how this would work in a film, but the directors did a fairly good job. It has a very different tone, though, because the audience does not feel what Alice is going through, like in the book. Instead, they relate more to the children and husband of Alice, watching her rapidly change right in front of their eyes. But it still has a powerful message of awareness and tolerance. Julianne Moore gives an inspiring performance.
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