The Republic of Love (2003) Reviews

Starring:
Bruce Greenwood, Emilia Fox, (more)
Director(s):
Deepa Mehta
Category:
Drama, Foreign, Romance
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Courtney J.

DVD Talk Review: While an imperfect vision of love and romance, it rang true and gave this 40-something reviewer plenty to think about in his own social life. Check it out if you want to walk a bit ...
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DVD Talk Review: While an imperfect vision of love and romance, it rang true and gave this 40-something reviewer plenty to think about in his own social life. Check it out if you want to walk a bit off the beaten path, noting that you might find as much to like as I did. by Don Houston
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James V.

Yet another swell movie from Film Movement, THE REPUBLIC OF LOVE ought to have made a full-fledged star out of Bruce Greenwood, erstwhile next-big-thing. Greenwood's been good to brilliant in everything from "The Sweet Hereafter" to "Double Jeopardy," "Thirteen Days" (he played JFK), "Ararat" and so many more. He actually executive-produced this one, so clearly, he knows a good script and a good role: a wee-hours disc jockey with a "love" problem. Surrounded by other fine actors like Edward Fox and his daughter Emilia, Martha Henry, Claire Bloom, Rebecca Jenkins and--yes!--Jackie Burroughs, Greenwood still stands out--for his looks, charm and the reality he brings to each moment. Directed/co-written by Deepa Mehta from Carol Shield's novel, the movie doesn't always find the precise visual needed for a scene (the sudden plant growth toward the end is a bit much). But so many things are right about this look at love and maturity that I don't want to carp. I suspect you won’t, either.

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Robin D.

I loved Water and Fire by Deepa Mehta and I had high hopes for this movie even after I read the poor reviews. However, my hopes were soon dashed about fifteen-twenty minutes into the story. There was ...
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I loved Water and Fire by Deepa Mehta and I had high hopes for this movie even after I read the poor reviews. However, my hopes were soon dashed about fifteen-twenty minutes into the story. There was no element of sweetness and warmth. There was no chemistry between the main characters. I didn't care about either one of them, and I wanted to. I watched it to the bitter end. Not good!
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Elysa L.

I used to be huge fan of Bruce Greenwood and he starred in some weird movies; however, this was most boring, awful movie I have ever seen. I turned it off after 15 minutes.

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Greg C.

An insipid waste of time. Very boring characters and story, bad script, really bad movie.

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Debi F.

I watched about 30 minutes and gave up. BORING!

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Ann W.

I didn't find either of the main characters very interesting. The story itself was slightly engaging, but seemed mostly dry and boring.

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