Part mystery, part nostalgic coming-of-age tale, Scott Hicks's lyrical, leisurely film of Stephen King's story captures the innocence, pain, and confusion of childhood. In one unforgettable summer, Bobby Garfield (Anton Yelchin), a lonely 11-year-old boy, is befriended by Ted Brautigan (Anthony Hopkins), a mysterious lodger. .. Read more
| Starring | Anthony Hopkins, David Morse, Hope Davis, Anton Yelchin |
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| Director | Scott Hicks |
| Genres | Drama |
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Part mystery, part nostalgic coming-of-age tale, Scott Hicks's lyrical, leisurely film of Stephen King's story captures the innocence, pain, and confusion of childhood. In one unforgettable summer, Bobby Garfield (Anton Yelchin), a lonely 11-year-old boy, is befriended by Ted Brautigan (Anthony Hopkins), a mysterious lodger. But the man makes clear that he is only passing through, and as the boy grows more and more attached to his new friend, he realizes that the dark forces the man fears aren't just "the boogeyman." Accompanied by a soundtrack filled with 1950s pop tunes, Hicks (SHINE, SNOW FALLING ON CEDARS) evokes the timelessness of childhood hand in hand with the innocence of an era, a time when a boy's first new bike was the Holy Grail, and his first kiss was "the one by which all others will be judged--and found wanting." The first-rate cast is headed by Hopkins, who plays Brautigan with compassion and warmth coupled with an understated sadness, and the young Yelchin, who paints a raw portrait of a lost little boy finding his way in the world. William Goldman (THE PRINCESS BRIDE, MISERY) penned the script, and the film is dedicated to cinematographer Piotr Sobocinski, who died before its release.
| Starring | Anthony Hopkins, David Morse, Hope Davis, Anton Yelchin, Mika Boorem |
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| Director | Scott Hicks |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 36 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 2001 To Rent: DVD: not available To Buy: DVD: 02 Sep 2002 |
Soft-centred movie about the beginning of adulthood, bathed in syrupy regret.
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Well worth seeing
As a big Stephen King fan I have usually read the book before I get to see the film adaptation, as was the case with Hearts In Atlantis. The book is actually ... read more »
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Instantly forgettable
I suppose I was expecting something of the same calibre as 'Stand By Me', but this film was nothing like the book and actually quite ploddy. ... read more »
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Hearts in Atlantis
A fantastic mix of reality and fantasy. As always, Hopkins gives a stunning performance.The young boy in the film acts with gusto and maturity and his film mum... read more »
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We thought this film was thought provoking and a most enjoyable watch. Kept us entertained throughout its entire length - which is more than can be said for ... read more »
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