Blithe Spirit
Directed by:
Edward HallCinematography:
Ed WildComposer:
Simon BoswellCast:
Isla Fisher, Emilia Fox, Dan Stevens, Leslie Mann, Judi Dench, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Julian Rhind-Tutt, James Fleet, Simon Kunz, Michele Dotrice, Dave Johns (more)VOD (4)
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Best-selling crime novelist Charles (Dan Stevens) is struggling with catastrophic writer’s block and a stressful deadline for his first screenplay. His picture perfect second wife Ruth (Isla Fisher) is doing her best to keep him focussed in the hope of fulfilling her dream of heading to Hollywood. Charles’ desperate search for inspiration leads him to invite Madame Arcati (Judi Dench), a medium recently exposed as a fraud, to perform a séance in their home. They all get more than they bargained for when Arcati accidentally summons the spirit of his deceased first wife: the fiery and jealous Elvira (Leslie Mann) who embarks on a mission to kill Charles so she can spend eternity with him which leads to an increasingly comical and deadly love triangle. (Universal Pictures UK)
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I found myself surprisingly entertained by this film. While it may not be groundbreaking, it managed to keep a smile on my face throughout. Judging by other people's reviews, it just seems a bit underrated. The standout element for me was definitely the cast. Not just the main actors, but Aimee-Ffion Edwards as Edith was perfect. I only wish she had more screen time. The retro vibe was successfully executed with vibrant colors that I found appealing, along with some witty dialogue that I enjoyed. And let's not forget Isla Fisher, perfectly captured by this line: "I'm going to keep things short and sweet, just like my wife." / Lesson learned: Is it considered cheating when a man does it with his wife? A bit of heavy philosophy to ponder.
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