Based on the novella by William Trevor, MY HOUSE IN UMBRIA is set in the sprawling Italian countryside. After a tragic train accident, four survivors find solace in the villa of an English writer, Mrs. Delahunty (Maggie Smith). The other survivors--an American girl (Emmy Clarke), a British general (Ronnie Barker), and a young .. Read more
| Starring | Maggie Smith, Chris Cooper, Timothy Spall, Ronnie Barker |
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| Director | Richard Loncraine |
| Genres | Drama, Thriller |
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Lushly photographed story of a temporary family that takes advantage of the Italian setting; despite its opening in death and destruction, nostalgia is the dominant emotion so that, although set in the present day, it has the feeling of a period film.
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A MARVELOUS FILM
If you have ever watched 'Hotel DuLac' or 'Enchanted April' or'A Month by the Lake'
and enjoyed them, then this film is for ... read more »
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An excellent film
Most enjoyable! This is a charming story which was beautifully acted, produced and directed. We were sorry when it ended and that it wasn't any longer.
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House in Umbria
I didn't watch it all because it was badly written, acted and filmed. It had a good English cast with some token Europeans but the whole thing just did not ... read more »
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House in Umbria
Loved it! Great for a girlie night in by the fire.
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a well written well acted if a bit slow
film. It was lovely to see Maggie Smith at her best and also to see Timothy Spall put in a great preformance. It was also a fitting farewell to Ronnie Barker ... read more »
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A different Italian job!
A gentle film, despite a somewhat violent start. A lovely indulgence of the Italian countryside, with humorous but realistic performances from all. Was a bit ... read more »
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For Maggy
I love Maggy Smith and in this film, she's confirming her talent. The film is slow but it doesn't matter because it's well played.
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My house in Umbria
An easy watch period-style drama, great actor-actresses who form wonderful relationships.
Not an action packed movie (hubby didnt enjoy) but gorgeous... read more »
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easy watching
Great location, interesting characters, good acting, fairly slow but unusual story. Worth watching if in a slow, laid back mood.
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Nice watchable film
I love Maggie Smith and she was great in this movie (as usual). I thought it was a bit slow in some parts but I would still recommmend the movie as a '... read more »
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My House in Umbria
Charming, whimsical and well acted if a little slow.
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