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Guinevere (1999)

Guinevere (1999)
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Writer Audrey Wells (The Truth About Cats and Dogs) makes her directing debut in Guinevere, which won the screenwriting award at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival, where it made its world premiere. The film concerns Harper Sloane, a twenty-something upper class pre-law student who falls for Connie, a bohemian photographer 30 years her senior. Shy, waifish, and camera shy, Harper feels her life is mapped out for her, coming from a long line of successful, Harvard-educated lawyers living in San Francisco. At her older sister's wedding, Harper meets Connie, who photographs her privately. When he shows her the photos, Harper (whom Connie refers to only as Guinevere) is intrigued, and a passionate romance and sexual attraction begins. Harper moves in with Connie to become his student, against her mother's wishes. Harper also learns that she isn't Connie's first Guinevere; in fact, there have been a half-dozen others, all of whom have remained friends. As the relationship takes its ups and downs, Harper comes out of her shell to become a stronger woman, more in control of her life and destiny than she would have ever dreamed possible. As Connie slowly dies from poverty and alcoholism, all of his Guineveres, including Harper, come together to remember (and drink to) his work and his life. ~ Arthur Borman, Rovi

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Starring:
Stephen ReaSarah Polley, (more)
Director(s):
Audrey Wells
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Guinevere

Writer Audrey Wells (The Truth About Cats and Dogs) makes her directing debut in Guinevere, which won the screenwriting award at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival, where it made its world premiere. The film concerns Harper Sloane, a twenty-something upper class pre-law student who falls for Connie, a bohemian photographer 30 years her senior. Shy, waifish, and camera shy, Harper feels her life is mapped out for her, coming from a long line of successful, Harvard-educated lawyers living in San Francisco. At her older sister's wedding, Harper meets Connie, who photographs her privately. When he shows her the photos, Harper (whom Connie refers to only as Guinevere) is intrigued, and a passionate romance and sexual attraction begins. Harper moves in with Connie to become his student, against her mother's wishes. Harper also learns that she isn't Connie's first Guinevere; in fact, there have been a half-dozen others, all of whom have remained friends. As the relationship takes its ups and downs, Harper comes out of her shell to become a stronger woman, more in control of her life and destiny than she would have ever dreamed possible. As Connie slowly dies from poverty and alcoholism, all of his Guineveres, including Harper, come together to remember (and drink to) his work and his life. ~ Arthur Borman, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
105 mins

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Director(s):
Audrey Wells
Writer(s):
Audrey Wells
Producer(s):
Brad WestonJonathan King
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Adult Situations, Substance Abuse, Sexual Situations, Nudity)
Guinevere Awards:
  • 1999 - Deauville Film Festival - Jury Prize
  • 1999 - Sundance Film Festival - Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Lennart E.

    I cannot believe that a young woman accepted at Harvard can behave as immature as the woman played by Sarah Polley. But I finished it so I must give it a 3 star rating.

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    Sandra B.

    Enjoyed the movie in an odd sort of way. A little depressing to watch this young girl so dependant and sad when she had so much more to offer....but I guess that was the message.

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    Nan L.

    Nice work by Polley, Gina Gershon, Sandra Oh, and especially Jean Smart as Harper's mom. The latter's confrontation with Connie (S. Rea) was delicious. As for the plot, it was contrived, rather creepy, and easy to make fun of.

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