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A Great Movie!
The most meaningfull Richard Gere movie ever, a must !!!!Now to my opinions about this movie(the fun part of a review):This movie means so much to me, that if I doesnt get at least tears in my eyes I got real bad feeling(I feel then I own Mr.Gere my al time favorite american movie actor an HUGE appology, in fact he is the only american movie actor I truly like)
If u ever have felt discrimination on your body, then this movie is for u(even if u havent, u will learn alot about how it is to be told by anyone that u are less worh then they are for some stupied reason). RG played this movie in the beginning of his "Fight for the Freedom in Tibet" perhaps thats why he plays with so much emotion, in fact even more then in other classics like "An officer and a gentleman" and "Mr.Jones"
Its also a movie for those who DO discriminate others, in fact I think it was made for those, more then anyone else. I hope this movie can make u think about what u do to others, and what it can leads to, how it can destroy a human beings feelings.
Also the relationships between the two brothers are just amaizing, Richard and Kevin has an incredibly chemistry as brothers. I also like alot the animal scenes. Ive always loved animals, so the fact that this movie also has messages about them just means even more to me.
Kevin Anderson is just great as a little brother, u see that he respects R Geres caracther, but on the other hand he always tries to do things in his own way.
It has some funny moments too of course, its not only sad! (its very real, so real that its almost scary to watch)
But the best thing about the movie has to be the end!
Thank u Richard Gere(and to the director for making this movie) for playing in this incredibly deep and meaningfull movie.
Also u dont have to be the biggest Gere or even not the biggest Kevin fan to see this movie. This movie will make u realize why these 2 actors are so populare with us fans, it was one of the movies that made me a die hard RG fan along with "Breathless""Amerian Gigolo" and of course the incredibly good movie "An officer and a gentleman"
Also its the most underrated movie ever(I mean 1 review exepth this? come on people review this masterpiece and let the world know what good movies are supposed to be about). Also this isnt for action fans to say it like that.(its a drama movie)
P.S if u wants to see a new good movie with RG then I recommend u to see "Chicago" I havent seen it, but my guess is that it will more like this 80s stuff, and not the kind of thing RG did in the late 90s(and in the beginning of this decade)


A Great Movie!
The most meaningfull Richard Gere movie ever, a must !!!!Now to my opinions about this movie(the fun part of a review):This movie means so much to me, that if I doesnt get at least tears in my eyes I got real bad feeling(I feel then I own Mr.Gere my al time favorite american movie actor an HUGE appology, in fact he is the only american movie actor I truly like)
If u ever have felt discrimination on your body, then this movie is for u(even if u havent, u will learn alot about how it is to be told by anyone that u are less worh then they are for some stupied reason). RG played this movie in the beginning of his "Fight for the Freedom in Tibet" perhaps thats why he plays with so much emotion, in fact even more then in other classics like "An officer and a gentleman" and "Mr.Jones"
Its also a movie for those who DO discriminate others, in fact I think it was made for those, more then anyone else. I hope this movie can make u think about what u do to others, and what it can leads to, how it can destroy a human beings feelings.
Also the relationships between the two brothers are just amaizing, Richard and Kevin has an incredibly chemistry as brothers. I also like alot the animal scenes. Ive always loved animals, so the fact that this movie also has messages about them just means even more to me.
Kevin Anderson is just great as a little brother, u see that he respects R Geres caracther, but on the other hand he always tries to do things in his own way.
It has some funny moments too of course, its not only sad! (its very real, so real that its almost scary to watch)
But the best thing about the movie has to be the end!
Thank u Richard Gere(and to the director for making this movie) for playing in this incredibly deep and meaningfull movie.
Also u dont have to be the biggest Gere or even not the biggest Kevin fan to see this movie. This movie will make u realize why these 2 actors are so populare with us fans, it was one of the movies that made me a die hard RG fan along with "Breathless""Amerian Gigolo" and of course the incredibly good movie "An officer and a gentleman"
Also its the most underrated movie ever(I mean 1 review exepth this? come on people review this masterpiece and let the world know what good movies are supposed to be about). Also this isnt for action fans to say it like that.(its a drama movie)
P.S if u wants to see a new good movie with RG then I recommend u to see "Chicago" I havent seen it, but my guess is that it will more like this 80s stuff, and not the kind of thing RG did in the late 90s(and in the beginning of this decade)


Good story, [weak] acting, eminem rules, soft plot
Hmmm, very interestingIt's sad, really. I pity people like that.
Amazingly Good!Eminem gives a very well-done performance as the lead character and Kim Basinger and Brittany Murphy back the film with wonderful supporting acting. I loved how 8 Mile gives a realistic (if not slightly stylized) look at low-class life in a big city. The film is never shy of revealing the raw truth to you. The writing behind this film is very good and sends an inspiring and powerful message across to people who need the courage to follow their dreams.
This film is remarkable and very, very overlooked for its excellence in credibility and overall entertianment values. Please see 8 Mile.


Good story, [weak] acting, eminem rules, soft plot
Hmmm, very interestingIt's sad, really. I pity people like that.
Amazingly Good!Eminem gives a very well-done performance as the lead character and Kim Basinger and Brittany Murphy back the film with wonderful supporting acting. I loved how 8 Mile gives a realistic (if not slightly stylized) look at low-class life in a big city. The film is never shy of revealing the raw truth to you. The writing behind this film is very good and sends an inspiring and powerful message across to people who need the courage to follow their dreams.
This film is remarkable and very, very overlooked for its excellence in credibility and overall entertianment values. Please see 8 Mile.


Good story, [weak] acting, eminem rules, soft plot
Hmmm, very interestingIt's sad, really. I pity people like that.
Amazingly Good!Eminem gives a very well-done performance as the lead character and Kim Basinger and Brittany Murphy back the film with wonderful supporting acting. I loved how 8 Mile gives a realistic (if not slightly stylized) look at low-class life in a big city. The film is never shy of revealing the raw truth to you. The writing behind this film is very good and sends an inspiring and powerful message across to people who need the courage to follow their dreams.
This film is remarkable and very, very overlooked for its excellence in credibility and overall entertianment values. Please see 8 Mile.


Didn't quite live up to all the hype...
Not Just About Sex...The story revolves around a 'happily married', middle-aged couple living in the suburbs of NY with one small son. Their life is the picture of the 'American dream', until one day, Mrs. Sumner (Diane Lane) goes into the city on business and cosmically collides with the much younger Paul Martel (Martinez). When he invites her in to clean up her skinned knee a most deadly affair begins.
What makes this movie different from all the other films with themes such as betrayal, etc, is that we see the struggle and transformation Diane's character makes. Several times we see Diane reflect on her various 'visits' to Martinez and all at once her face displays pleasure, pain, and paranoia. She brings likability to a character we should hate. Richard Gere is one of my favorite actors and I deeply respect him for taking a 'backseat' role in this film. His character torments himself wondering why his wife would possibly want to cheat on him, as he thought he was providing a perfect life.
Added suspense and thrills come about when Gere starts to suspect and eventually finds out about the affair. We then see the direct effect affairs have on families. The murder mystery was thrown in more for entertainment value but the true artistic aspect remains in the adultress' mind.
We've seen affairs start from heartbreak, drunkeness, seduction...any reason other than this film's...boredom. From boredom and seduction we get obsession, we see Diane become addicted to her breakaway from daily life. For those of you who love Richard Gere as much as I do, you really have to bite your lip watching him getting cheated on! However, there is great remorse as Connie (Diane) really does love her husband, but someone dies before the affair is ended. This movie truly remains with its viewers. I recommend picking up the haunting tracks 'Moby - Rushing' and 'E.S. Posthumus - Nara' to reexperience the emotions captured through watching 'Unfathful.' This is a definete must see!
Diane Lane in a remarkable performanceDiane Lane's character is the focus of the film. Lane is memorable as the guilt-ridden wife who is obsessed with her lover. She is lovely, mature, and honest in her portrayal. Gere is almost a supporting actor here, but he is wonderful playing an average guy. The usually stunning Gere actually has a few moments where he looks frumpy, with his glasses, slouched posture, and extra pounds. Olivier Martinez plays Lane's paramour. His character was fairly one-dimensional and could have been developed further, but he was very good in the role.
I had to watch Unfaithful twice to decide if I liked it or not (I do.). The first time, I thought it was relatively dull because of its relentlessly low-key presentation ad leisurely pace. However, on the second viewing, I found it a real winner. There are long periods without dialogue, where the camera focuses on facial nuances. The silence gives one a chance to appreciate the fine acting. The photography is excellent, from wide shots of dirty urban streets to warm glimpses of home, with child and dog. Lane did have chronically messy hair and she tugged at it endlessly, but I suppose this was to emphasize her nervous energy. The musical score was lovely; lilting and romantic.
Diane Lane certainly deserved her nomination for Best Actress; all the actors were outstanding. I recommend Unfaithful to those who looking for a thoughtful story that examines the effect of an affair on a husband and wife; it is erotic and tender, with some surprises and an excellent ending.


Didn't quite live up to all the hype...
Not Just About Sex...The story revolves around a 'happily married', middle-aged couple living in the suburbs of NY with one small son. Their life is the picture of the 'American dream', until one day, Mrs. Sumner (Diane Lane) goes into the city on business and cosmically collides with the much younger Paul Martel (Martinez). When he invites her in to clean up her skinned knee a most deadly affair begins.
What makes this movie different from all the other films with themes such as betrayal, etc, is that we see the struggle and transformation Diane's character makes. Several times we see Diane reflect on her various 'visits' to Martinez and all at once her face displays pleasure, pain, and paranoia. She brings likability to a character we should hate. Richard Gere is one of my favorite actors and I deeply respect him for taking a 'backseat' role in this film. His character torments himself wondering why his wife would possibly want to cheat on him, as he thought he was providing a perfect life.
Added suspense and thrills come about when Gere starts to suspect and eventually finds out about the affair. We then see the direct effect affairs have on families. The murder mystery was thrown in more for entertainment value but the true artistic aspect remains in the adultress' mind.
We've seen affairs start from heartbreak, drunkeness, seduction...any reason other than this film's...boredom. From boredom and seduction we get obsession, we see Diane become addicted to her breakaway from daily life. For those of you who love Richard Gere as much as I do, you really have to bite your lip watching him getting cheated on! However, there is great remorse as Connie (Diane) really does love her husband, but someone dies before the affair is ended. This movie truly remains with its viewers. I recommend picking up the haunting tracks 'Moby - Rushing' and 'E.S. Posthumus - Nara' to reexperience the emotions captured through watching 'Unfathful.' This is a definete must see!
Diane Lane in a remarkable performanceDiane Lane's character is the focus of the film. Lane is memorable as the guilt-ridden wife who is obsessed with her lover. She is lovely, mature, and honest in her portrayal. Gere is almost a supporting actor here, but he is wonderful playing an average guy. The usually stunning Gere actually has a few moments where he looks frumpy, with his glasses, slouched posture, and extra pounds. Olivier Martinez plays Lane's paramour. His character was fairly one-dimensional and could have been developed further, but he was very good in the role.
I had to watch Unfaithful twice to decide if I liked it or not (I do.). The first time, I thought it was relatively dull because of its relentlessly low-key presentation ad leisurely pace. However, on the second viewing, I found it a real winner. There are long periods without dialogue, where the camera focuses on facial nuances. The silence gives one a chance to appreciate the fine acting. The photography is excellent, from wide shots of dirty urban streets to warm glimpses of home, with child and dog. Lane did have chronically messy hair and she tugged at it endlessly, but I suppose this was to emphasize her nervous energy. The musical score was lovely; lilting and romantic.
Diane Lane certainly deserved her nomination for Best Actress; all the actors were outstanding. I recommend Unfaithful to those who looking for a thoughtful story that examines the effect of an affair on a husband and wife; it is erotic and tender, with some surprises and an excellent ending.


Didn't quite live up to all the hype...
Not Just About Sex...The story revolves around a 'happily married', middle-aged couple living in the suburbs of NY with one small son. Their life is the picture of the 'American dream', until one day, Mrs. Sumner (Diane Lane) goes into the city on business and cosmically collides with the much younger Paul Martel (Martinez). When he invites her in to clean up her skinned knee a most deadly affair begins.
What makes this movie different from all the other films with themes such as betrayal, etc, is that we see the struggle and transformation Diane's character makes. Several times we see Diane reflect on her various 'visits' to Martinez and all at once her face displays pleasure, pain, and paranoia. She brings likability to a character we should hate. Richard Gere is one of my favorite actors and I deeply respect him for taking a 'backseat' role in this film. His character torments himself wondering why his wife would possibly want to cheat on him, as he thought he was providing a perfect life.
Added suspense and thrills come about when Gere starts to suspect and eventually finds out about the affair. We then see the direct effect affairs have on families. The murder mystery was thrown in more for entertainment value but the true artistic aspect remains in the adultress' mind.
We've seen affairs start from heartbreak, drunkeness, seduction...any reason other than this film's...boredom. From boredom and seduction we get obsession, we see Diane become addicted to her breakaway from daily life. For those of you who love Richard Gere as much as I do, you really have to bite your lip watching him getting cheated on! However, there is great remorse as Connie (Diane) really does love her husband, but someone dies before the affair is ended. This movie truly remains with its viewers. I recommend picking up the haunting tracks 'Moby - Rushing' and 'E.S. Posthumus - Nara' to reexperience the emotions captured through watching 'Unfathful.' This is a definete must see!
Diane Lane in a remarkable performanceDiane Lane's character is the focus of the film. Lane is memorable as the guilt-ridden wife who is obsessed with her lover. She is lovely, mature, and honest in her portrayal. Gere is almost a supporting actor here, but he is wonderful playing an average guy. The usually stunning Gere actually has a few moments where he looks frumpy, with his glasses, slouched posture, and extra pounds. Olivier Martinez plays Lane's paramour. His character was fairly one-dimensional and could have been developed further, but he was very good in the role.
I had to watch Unfaithful twice to decide if I liked it or not (I do.). The first time, I thought it was relatively dull because of its relentlessly low-key presentation ad leisurely pace. However, on the second viewing, I found it a real winner. There are long periods without dialogue, where the camera focuses on facial nuances. The silence gives one a chance to appreciate the fine acting. The photography is excellent, from wide shots of dirty urban streets to warm glimpses of home, with child and dog. Lane did have chronically messy hair and she tugged at it endlessly, but I suppose this was to emphasize her nervous energy. The musical score was lovely; lilting and romantic.
Diane Lane certainly deserved her nomination for Best Actress; all the actors were outstanding. I recommend Unfaithful to those who looking for a thoughtful story that examines the effect of an affair on a husband and wife; it is erotic and tender, with some surprises and an excellent ending.


FaithlessWhere to begin!? Theres so much that is wrong with this movie that is difficult to know where to start. Lets begin with pretentions. If this movie is guilty of anything its simply that by disguising this tacky, sordid mess as a poor mans art-house film Mr. Lyne is equally guilty of attempting to dress up this blunder as a movie that tries far too hard to " say something " about the consequences of maritial infidelity. There is simply little to be found here that might even be considered remotely original or noteworthy. Diane Lane, portraying a housewife/fundraiser, who obviously has far too much time on her hands, literally runs into Oliver Martinez a young Frenchman ( major cliche! ) in Manhattan and begins a torrid affair with the young man. Its bad enough in this directors feeble attempts to portray our star as " good person " by casting her as someone who does charitable work i.e. thereby she, deep down, must be a really good person, No!? A move that seems truly contrived and desperate. Plus, since absurdities seem to abound, they make our young Romeo a book enthusiast...again a desperate attempt to portray this character as someone who isn't just a pretty face! Playing on the audiences sympathies there is actually a scene in which our misguided heroine sits in an empty subway car home and breaks-down after here first tryst with our young stud. In a feeble attempt to cast Ms. Lane as one who understands the seriousness of her mistake but one who nevertheless continues to fall victim to this same error in judgement time after time. And yes, while Ms. Lane's performance is noteworthy I seemed to be unable to gather little sympathy for her. No matter how hard the director may have tried to paint her with a rather large dose of understanding! Its difficult to gather any empathy for a grown woman who seems to run strictly on emotion and has little intellectual skills at her disposal. Thereby awarding Diana all the emotional developement of a sixteen year high-school student! And to make this family truly complimant each other we have Richard Gere playing the clueless husband. An obvious good provider, all-around wonderful father and all that he seems truly miscast as an equally thick father figure.
To take this brilliant mistake even further Mr. Lyne awards his viewer with a couple of steamy sex-scenes in which our heroine and her young lover are shown in full nudity all the while making Whoppee while the audience is supposedly to buy into how truly passionate they really are and how Ms. Lane, apparently in need of a hobby, just needs to have her sexual desires fulfilled.And, in a relentless attempt to make Ms. Lane's character even more sympathetic, our young Frenchman turns out to be a cad! It seems as though our heroine cannot catch a break! Not that that prevents her from just one more sordid tryst with that two-timing Frenchman. Granted most Americans are easily 'titillated' but I suspect these episodes were thrown in, sadly, in an attempt to gather the film some badly needed notoriety. Although with all the talk of these "hot and heavy' scenes it seems to have worked! It's all so obvious in its panderings and low-brow unoriginality!
But it does get better. Obviously Mr. Lyne felt that a film about infidelity wasn't enough so at the half-way mark we have this movie doing a complete about-face and becoming a murder mystery! At this point I've thrown up my hands and wondered if I'd changed the channel unknowingly and am now watching a different movie! And yes, even then the movie simply falls apart even more so leaving the viewer with an ending that was far too ambiguous and self-serving for anyone to muster up any enthusiasm for. Overall an uncomprehensible mess that that never seemed to find its own direction and one in which relied far too heavily upon pathetic and contrived episodes that pandered to an audiences most basest instincts. After watching " Unfaithfull " is there anyone else who feels a hot shower would be in order to cleanse oneself from this grimey, vulgar mess?
Made Me A Nervous Wreck! Not A First Date MovieI was suprised to say the least. It takes a lot to put me on edge. This movie succeeded. I was a nervous wreck. Especially when Diane Lane starts acting shady and gives herself away. I was talking to the movie, screaming she was gonna give herself away, lol, much to the dismay of my date.
Adrian Lynne does a beautiful direction job. It reminded me of "Nine 1/2 Weeks" meets "Fatal Attraction".
The love making scenes really are super hot too!
My only beef is the deleted scenes are better than the scenes in the movie. Make sure you check out the alternative ending! Much better.
This isn't a first date movie. If you end up giving the cheating wife pointers on how not to get caught, it may make you look like a pro, a-hem.
I give it 3 1/2 stars.
about the movie unfaithful......