Based on a true story, this biographical drama follows the romance between a younger man, Peter Turner played by Jamie Bell, and 1950's black and white former A-list Hollywood star, now aging actress Gloria Grahame, played by Annette Benning.
Set between 1978 – 1981 in Liverpool and USA. The lead actors meet and there is an immediate chemistry, Grahame is diagnosed with cancer and she turns to the Bell family for comfort in Liverpool, where she is welcomed. She wanted to build her strength and recuperate, although the cancer has taken hold and obviously progressed too far.
Their romance only lasts for a few years, we see how this develops into a deep passion through some very clever and well done flashback sequences.
This is a very emotional love story. Jamie Bell provides a standout, convincing award winning performance.
Highly recommended.
Set between 1978 – 1981 in Liverpool and USA. The lead actors meet and there is an immediate chemistry, Grahame is diagnosed with cancer and she turns to the Bell family for comfort in Liverpool, where she is welcomed. She wanted to build her strength and recuperate, although the cancer has taken hold and obviously progressed too far.
Their romance only lasts for a few years, we see how this develops into a deep passion through some very clever and well done flashback sequences.
This is a very emotional love story. Jamie Bell provides a standout, convincing award winning performance.
Highly recommended.