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
Hate it or Love it? Appreciate it
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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