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britprincess1ajax
Apr 12, 2016britprincess1ajax rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
A truly Canadian film based on a truly Canadian book, I was moved by THE SHIPPING NEWS. I can't explain it. It feels deeply rooted in my soul, despite not being a Newfoundlander. THE SHIPPING NEWS is a father-daughter tale of sadness and rebirth. Julianne Moore's performance is incredible as the single mother of a challenged young son; Kevin Spacey is equally good as the father of an emotionally raw little girl. Judi Dench knocks it out of the park, which is just what Judi Dench does. THE SHIPPING NEWS is a thing to behold. That being said, I do understand why some people won't take to a film like this. It might feel too personal, too unique geographically, and thus not relateable. Regardless, it's a film about people and their growth, an emotionally driven tale. I don't think I would watch it again, but I truly enjoyed THE SHIPPING NEWS.