Golden Door (2006 Film)

Thursday, January 31, 2013

I picked up Golden Door because the information on the back of the movie contained recommendations From Martin Scorsese (actually, I misread it—I thought it was a joint production by Scorsese and Emanuele Crialese) but I wasn’t completely disappointed—Scorsese’s recommendations proved valid.  


“A ride through past times.”

The Rundown
Behind the name: Original Title—Nuovomondo
Country: Italy, 2006
 Genre: Drama
Distributed by: Miramax Films
Director: Emanuele Crialese
Cast: Charlotte Gainsbourg (as Lucy Reed), Vincenzo Amato (as Salvatore Mancuso), Aurora Quattrocchi (as Fortunata Mancuso), Francesco Casisa (as Angelo Mancuso), Filippo Pucillo (as Pietro Mancuso), Federica De Cola (as Rita D'Agostini), Isabella Ragonese            (as Rosa Napolitano), Filippo Luna (as Don Ercole)
Compare to: Fellini Satyricon
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Synopsis in a Sentence: An Italian family emigrate from Sicily to America, and they meet an English lady who stirs things up.
           

On Writing: The Plot
The story of immigration into America. It takes care to highlight its main characters, taking care not to overshadow its supporting ones. The story is easy to follow, with a few abstract details to the story (cinematic metaphors, if you will) that may or may not be appreciated. Regardless, the story is a solid one, and does not once waver for uncertainty or inconclusion. A good one.
   (3.5/5)
 
On Acting: The Cast
The cast played well. One of those kinds that you may be led to conclude that they are indeed playing themselves in the movie. A good diverse mix of characters complemented by a skilful cast.
(3.5/5)



On Production:
Very well done. Production for the Golden Door should indeed be much appreciated. It’s done with care, like art and advances the story with abstract scenes that ponder on the minds of its viewers. Good work indeed.
 (4/5)                                             

On Resolution: The Conclusion
It’s not quite clear what kind of ending should be expected in such a film, but it is a good one that allows history to tell of the journey of Italian immigrants through America’s golden door. 
(3/5)

The Verdict: A good watch, loaded with like a documentary-esque information, but agreeably enjoyable.

Overall Score = 14/20

 

 




See the The Golden Door 

 [http://www.amazon.com/Golden-Door-Filippo-Pucillo/dp/B000X418UY/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1359676397&sr=1-1&keywords=the+golden+door]

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