| Dear Frankie [2004] | ![Dear Frankie [2004]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/5127AFKJB0L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Shona Auerbach
Actors: Emily Mortimer, Jack Mcelhone, Mary Riggans, Sharon Small, Sophie Main
Studio: Pathe Distribution
Category: DVD
List Price: £15.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  28 reviews
Sales Rank: 318
Format: Pal
Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Running Time: 85 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5060002833957
ASIN: B0007RUSO4
Theatrical Release Date: 2005
Release Date: May 23, 2005
Availability: Usually dispatched within 5 to 8 days
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 Dear Frankie - dear film September 30, 2008
This is one of those films that slips under the Hollywood radar. It doesn't try too hard, and it doesn't fill time with pointless scenes. It tells a heart warming and poignant story, and it tells it very well. Emily Mortimer is perfect as the mother trying to both protect and make her deaf son happy. Gerard Butler doesn't steal the limelight, but blends well with the other characters. Whilst providing some light relief are the scenes with the children. I would recommend this film to anyone wanting to be entertained and uplifted.
Takes my breath away....every time July 30, 2008
A truly fantastic film, perfect in every way. The story is incredible, the direction flawless and the acting superb. Gerry Butler is his usual devastatingly handsome talented self, and Jack McElhone is probably the best kid actor I've ever seen. Powerful performances by all. I can't recommend this film highly enough, perhaps now my all time favorite movie. I've had it 5 months and seen it about 9 times, and it takes my breath away....every time. Buy it, watch it....you won't regret it.
heart rending May 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is how films ought to be made. Amazing story. Tenderly acted. Uplifting and life affirming. Everyone involved in the making of this film ought to feel proud. A fantastic achievement. I highly recommend this film.
Complete and finished April 7, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This film is, in a way, so slight, that it would easily fail in the hands of a director, cast and "camera operator" (I am faithful to the title, as you'll discover from the crew interviews) not completely sensitive to its delicacies. Nothing is stretched or mannered or false - and from the careful attentions of all involved an engaging, unusual and truthful film emerges. Ms Mortimer in the lead adult role is unfailingly right in the part, and her performance is beautifully nuanced. The child actor who plays her son is splendid - despite having just one line to speak. The 'Stranger' is a fine example of the genre: ambiguous and transient. Glasgow is sensitively filmed - the carefully selected 'small world' of it in which the film operates. There is much unstated, and so much the better. Ms Auerbach's first feature film arouses the promise of much good to come. (The short film of hers included with the DVD is a delightful addition.)
Heartwarming Film, a Genuine Treat January 19, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I must admit i purchased this film purely as i saw it had Gerald Butler in as i have a bit of a soft spot for him, but this film was well worth the buy. It was very heartwarming and left me longing to see it again. The acting from all was spot on. Jack McElhone as Frankie was excellent and conveyed his part well even though we only get to hear him speak once and Geralds charachter was warm and sympathetic and really likeable. I have seen Emily Mortimer in a few things now and shes not an excellent actress but i must say in this she portrayed her charachter well, she was very believable as a mother in turmoil, worn out from her life so far. All in all well worth the watch, i would recommend it highly.
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