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Dear Frankie [2004]

Director: Shona Auerbach
Actors: Gerard Butler, Emily Mortimer, Sharon Small, Jack Mcelhone, Mary Riggans
Studio: Pathe Distribution
Category: DVD

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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars

27 reviews
Sales Rank: 2394

Format: Pal
Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 85
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6

EAN: 5060002833957
ASIN: B0007RUSO4

Theatrical Release Date: 2005
Release Date: May 23, 2005
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Customer Reviews: Read 22 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Takes my breath away....every time July 30, 2008
A truly fantastic film, perfect in every way. The story is incredible, the direction flawless and the acting superb. Gerry Butler is his usual devastatingly handsome talented self, and Jack McElhone is probably the best kid actor I've ever seen. Powerful performances by all. I can't recommend this film highly enough, perhaps now my all time favorite movie. I've had it 5 months and seen it about 9 times, and it takes my breath away....every time. Buy it, watch it....you won't regret it.

5 out of 5 stars

heart rending May 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This is how films ought to be made. Amazing story. Tenderly acted. Uplifting and life affirming. Everyone involved in the making of this film ought to feel proud. A fantastic achievement. I highly recommend this film.

5 out of 5 stars

Complete and finished April 7, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

This film is, in a way, so slight, that it would easily fail in the hands of a director, cast and "camera operator" (I am faithful to the title, as you'll discover from the crew interviews) not completely sensitive to its delicacies. Nothing is stretched or mannered or false - and from the careful attentions of all involved an engaging, unusual and truthful film emerges. Ms Mortimer in the lead adult role is unfailingly right in the part, and her performance is beautifully nuanced. The child actor who plays her son is splendid - despite having just one line to speak. The 'Stranger' is a fine example of the genre: ambiguous and transient. Glasgow is sensitively filmed - the carefully selected 'small world' of it in which the film operates. There is much unstated, and so much the better. Ms Auerbach's first feature film arouses the promise of much good to come. (The short film of hers included with the DVD is a delightful addition.)

5 out of 5 stars

Heartwarming Film, a Genuine Treat January 19, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

I must admit i purchased this film purely as i saw it had Gerald Butler in as i have a bit of a soft spot for him, but this film was well worth the buy. It was very heartwarming and left me longing to see it again. The acting from all was spot on. Jack McElhone as Frankie was excellent and conveyed his part well even though we only get to hear him speak once and Geralds charachter was warm and sympathetic and really likeable. I have seen Emily Mortimer in a few things now and shes not an excellent actress but i must say in this she portrayed her charachter well, she was very believable as a mother in turmoil, worn out from her life so far. All in all well worth the watch, i would recommend it highly.

5 out of 5 stars

A beautiful story January 12, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

This is without a doubt a lovely film. I won't go into to much details except, a young boy writes to his father telling him all about his stories. The mother who read's her son's letters finds out that he wants to meet his father. She then looks around, eventually she meets the man. I won't spoil it for you anymore. This film was and still is a beautiful story that will make you laugh, cry or even both. All the cast are spell binding. I would really recommend getting this film as it is great to watch.