I only have a few things to say about this film. First of all, I found the directing and script to be very convoluted. For example, by the end of the film I had no idea that Jackie was 42 years old. Did you? Perhaps the makers of this film could have come up with a better way to present the time lapses. Anyway, the second thing I have to say is I really enjoyed Rachel Griffiths quiet craftsmanship in this film. Her portrayal of Hilary du Pre` is the kind of performance that is too often overlooked. Griffiths displays such startling restraint in her performance which is so hard for most actors to do. So many times I see these big, over the top performances that just do not impress me. Life is filled with small, unique gestures and far off glances, not huge, dramatic hoopla. Rachel Griffiths is a truly gifted actress and the highlight of this film. Oh yeah, Emily Watson wasn't too bad either.
Review of Hilary and Jackie
