What a pleasant surprise "Lovely Still" turned out to be! The story centres around two firsts for an elderly man, played exceptionally well by Martin Landau. The flick plays out as a nice-but-ordinary love story enhanced by the work of Ellen Burstyn until near the end. Then all hell breaks loose as memory lapses and renewed recollections arise with Robert, Landau's character. This portrayal is so realistic that you are a part of the film, having the scenes imprinted on you as if you are there. I don't understand why "Lovely Still" is not listed as an important film under either Landau's nor Burstyn's listings on the IMDb listings. Young Nik Fackler did wonderful work as writer and director.
For years I've watched movies and read reviews here. This is the first time I've been moved to put down praise. Bravo!
For years I've watched movies and read reviews here. This is the first time I've been moved to put down praise. Bravo!