The Virgin Suicides (1999) Reviews
- Starring:
- Kirsten Dunst, James Woods, (more)
- Director(s):
- Sofia Coppola
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R
- Category:
- Independent Films
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful I missed this film when it first came out and I am so glad that I've finally caught up with it. Based on the novel by Jeffrey Eugenides (who also wrote Middlesex), the screenplay is by Sofia Coppola ... Read More I missed this film when it first came out and I am so glad that I've finally caught up with it. Based on the novel by Jeffrey Eugenides (who also wrote Middlesex), the screenplay is by Sofia Coppola and this is also her directorial debut. She brings a light touch and a dream-like quality to this strange and disturbing story. I can't quite put my finger on it, but I was "affected" by this film, which is really what makes a film a good film, whether it's a drama, a romance or a comedy. A must-see. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful "The Virgin Suicides" is an inventive and twisted coming-of-age film, of sorts -- very well acted, with moments of dark humor and an excellent soundtrack. The outcome, as one would naturally expect ... Read More "The Virgin Suicides" is an inventive and twisted coming-of-age film, of sorts -- very well acted, with moments of dark humor and an excellent soundtrack. The outcome, as one would naturally expect from its theme, is depressing; so, be forewarned. One comes away wondering, "Why?" and "If only...". The contrast between the suicides and the beauty of the upper-class neighborhood and of the teenage girls themselves, and between the girls' sunny faces and their sad demise, is startling and serves to enhance the regret that a viewer feels at the loss of these young lives. This is what makes the film so powerful. The callous remark of one adult partygoer towards the end of the film cuts to the core. What is life, especially teenage life, if not drama? (For that matter, what is art...?) Cut to the reaction of the news reporter, who manages to trivialize the suicide of young Cecilia in the very act of sensationalizing it. What a modern, electronic-age approach to a serious problem. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful The movie might be more recognizable to those of us over 40. Like the music in the film, character's seemed familiar, yet not quite right in all situations. The movie was amusing, entertaining, and ... Read More The movie might be more recognizable to those of us over 40. Like the music in the film, character's seemed familiar, yet not quite right in all situations. The movie was amusing, entertaining, and also a reminder of the raw passion of being a teen mixed with the tradgedy of mental illness! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful Like the book (which is excellent by the way), this story does not need to make a point. It is a intriguing tale told from the perspective of outsiders; there is no intention to be ... Read More Like the book (which is excellent by the way), this story does not need to make a point. It is a intriguing tale told from the perspective of outsiders; there is no intention to be depessing.
Rent this for the superb direction, music score, and some surprisingly decent acting and you will be satisfied. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 4 people found this review helpful This movie was well-done, all the way through. but it never got finished. i generally enjoy the strange, non-sensical way in which most independent films are put together. And this was not ... Read More This movie was well-done, all the way through. but it never got finished. i generally enjoy the strange, non-sensical way in which most independent films are put together. And this was not different, BUT, at the end I felt like there had been no attempt at a resolution or even an explanation. It didn't even really leave you witha sense of mystery. Just a feeling of emptiness, confusion, and yes, even a little depression. It just didn't have a rhyme or reason when it was all said and done. I think these independent film makers are confusing art with something else. In their efforts to create the vauge and artistic, often they end up just making a movie that, well, sucks. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
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