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The Hours Reviews

2001

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Based on the Pulitzer-prize winning novel by Michael Cunningham, THE HOURS employs Virginia Woolf's classic novel and central character, MRS. DALLOWAY, as its foundation and inspiration. Spanning three different eras, during one day, the film focuses on the parallel lives of three women joined in their depression, alienation, .. Read more

Starring	Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, Allison Janney, Julianne Moore
Director	Stephen Daldry
Genres	Drama, Gay/Lesbian

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- Deft, engrossing film built around the suicide of Virginia Woolf and the themes of her novel Mrs Dalloway, which connects with two other women: one is an unhappy housewife in the 50s, the other a woman caring for a former lover, a homosexual poet d
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- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:43
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  the hours
  
  I was very unsure about this film after I had familiarised myself by watching the trailer, and was quite willing to return the film without watching it.
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  - homerj
  - EAST SUSSEX
  - 20 Oct 2003 at 13:58
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  Too Good To Be Sniffed At
  
  3-in-1 film in which Kidman & Streep deliver excellent performances.
  
  Very enjoyable film - despite the difficult subject matter.
  
  My ... read more »
  
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- - GregK
  - 8 reviews
  - 16 May 2012 at 20:17
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  Three troubled women
  
  Ambitious film attempting to interweave the lives of three troubled women including Virginia Woolf played by Nicole Kidman. It is nice to watch, has a nice ... read more »
  
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- - Ferry41
  - 190 reviews
  - Oxford
  - 20 Feb 2012 at 10:12
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  Just fantastic!
  
  This is one of my favourite films. It's absolutely brilliant. The stories intercept perfectly and the acting is excellent. Watch it and see how amazing it ... read more »
  
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- - Nat3
  - 7 reviews
  - 28 Jan 2012 at 20:17
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  Good acting piece
  
  With this film we get to enjoy the acting skills of 3 of our leading ladies of the screen. both Nicole and Meryl are excellent, although it is a little ... read more »
  
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- - Zamy
  - 552 reviews
  - London
  - 06 Sep 2011 at 15:13
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  Beautifully acted and engaging
  
  With a cast like this it had to be a success. I did spend sometime trying to spot Nicole Kidman (the make up is unbelievable) but I was soon caught up in the ... read more »
  
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- - Newtman
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  - Crowborough
  - 31 Jul 2011 at 13:42
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  Still fascinating the 3rd time round
  
  Third time round for me! Brilliant film and unlike other time shifters it doesnt feel episodic because the stories are connected by emotions and not actions - I... read more »
  
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- - ash53
  - 53 reviews
  - newbury
  - 14 Apr 2011 at 08:47
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  The bitter tears of Virginia Woolf
  
  Actually the one person who doesn't cry in this clever and convoluted film is the actress who plays Virginia Woolf, which is surprising considering the size... read more »
  
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- - EMARBEE
  - 27 reviews
  - London
  - 30 Oct 2010 at 23:01
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  ok not brilliant but ok
  
  The acting was good, story was good. The movie is based in 3 stories from different times , it made sense and was ok to follow but I didn't understand the ... read more »
  
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- - cazadora4
  - 23 reviews
  - Southall/London
  - 01 Oct 2010 at 04:58
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  The Hours
  
  We thought his was a very intense film, very moving. Once started we had to watch it through, and then watch all the etxras in order to wring out every last ... read more »
  
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  - 13 Sep 2010 at 18:09
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  A Stunning Film!
  
  I loved this film. Convincing, riveting performances from the three female leads together with a great script and powerful score kept me completely captivated. ... read more »
  
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- - jayarte
  - 29 reviews
  - Near Lancaster
  - 25 Aug 2010 at 19:30
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  the hours
  
  I was very unsure about this film after I had familiarised myself by watching the trailer, and was quite willing to return the film without watching it.
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  - homerj
  - EAST SUSSEX
  - 20 Oct 2003 at 13:58
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  Resurrecting the art of acting
  
  I don't remember the plot or details too clearly, I must say.
  
  What I do remember is some wonderful set piece scenes. Nicole Kidman is simply ... read more »
  
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  - Haslingfield, Cambs
  - 13 Oct 2003 at 00:36
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  Outstanding movie
  
  What an outstanding movie, no wonder Kidman won the oscar for her portrayal of VW. The film deserved so much more.
  
  The way the author entwined the ... read more »
  
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  - Wales, UK
  - 03 Dec 2003 at 23:33
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  This is a beautiful ...
  
  This is a beautiful film. The acting in it is superb - as you'd expect from such a distinguished cast. OK, it's not a laugh a minute or big on action... read more »
  
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- - Gleebody#1
  - CLEVEDON
  - 20 Nov 2003 at 10:24
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  Unwatchable!
  
  I really tried to watch this film but found it too slow and unbearable. Even my wife who is usually quite patient with storylines gave up.
  
  I wish I ... read more »
  
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- - isabeck
  - N.E. Derbyshire
  - 16 Mar 2004 at 21:25
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  Motives but no motion
  
  This film was recommended to me by a friend in the most unequivocating manner. Had that I not listened to him. Strong acting could not compensate for what ... read more »
  
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  - Castleford, UK
  - 16 Feb 2006 at 00:13
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  The Hours
  
  If you are feeling cautious about watching this film - don't! As long as you are not after an action packed thriller, this film is bound to surprise and ... read more »
  
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- - SWeare
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  - 30 Oct 2003 at 14:15
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  Some great actors
  
  This was a wonderful cast, Kidman, Moore and Streep, ably supported by the men - Stephen Dillane was particularly touching as Leonard Woolf. Unfortunately the ... read more »
  
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- - skeadugenga
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  - 10 Oct 2005 at 12:50
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  intensely emotional
  
  who said this movie is for women only?
  
  The feelings portrayed are universal and transcends time boundaries ( as the three lead characters testify).<... read more »
  
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- - arun
  - Liverpool, UK
  - 18 Apr 2005 at 18:24
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  Wonderful
  
  A wonderful film about the intertwined (not always literally) lives of three women and the different ways they handle their personal crises. It's an ... read more »
  
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- - Marianthi
  - London
  - 24 Feb 2004 at 21:24

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  Based on the Pulitzer-prize winning novel by Michael Cunningham, THE HOURS employs Virginia Woolf's classic novel and central character, MRS. DALLOWAY, as its foundation and inspiration. Spanning three different eras, during one day, the film focuses on the parallel lives of three women joined in ...

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  Based on the Pulitzer-prize winning novel by Michael Cunningham, THE HOURS employs Virginia Woolf's classic novel and central character, MRS. DALLOWAY, as its foundation and inspiration. Spanning three different eras, during one day, the film focuses on the parallel lives of three women joined in ...