Really this is 4 and a half stars

Harold And Maude review

Rated - 4.0 stars

By McClennan from St Helens Avatar image

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Harold And Maude

Director Hal Ashby
Genres Comedy
Run time 87 mins Certificate 15

14th March 2005

One of the most unusual love stories that I've ever seen, as a young man (about 20) falls in love with a woman of 79. Although it may sound strange, the film explores quite well the how and why the two come to be how they are. Funny at times, the story focusses on two people who appear to be drawn to each other because they feel they are alike, yet when you start to get to know them, they aren't and it's wonderful to see how the chemistry between them brings us to that point. A real oddity of a film that skirts the darkest of humour but also the most positive aspects of being alive . If you like Wes Anderson films you'll love this and I think it's the kind of film that he hints at but hasn't quite reached yet. I loved it.

About the reviewer: McClennan

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