It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Genre: Drama, Kids & Family, Classics, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Comedy
Synopsis: George Bailey is a small-town man whose life seems so desperate he contemplates suicide. He had always wanted to leave Bedford Falls to see the world, but circumstances and his own good heart have led him to stay. He sacrificed his education for his brother's, kept the family-run savings and loan afloat, protected the town from the avarice of the greedy banker Mr. Potter, and married his childhood sweetheart. As he prepares to jump from a bridge, his guardian angel intercedes; showing him what life would have become for the residents of Bedford Falls is he had never lived.
CAST:
George Bailey: James Stewart --Main character. Amusing, amazing guy who values the people around him. Popular handsome man as well, some girls just can't help to have a crush on him. A full of passion young man, someone who always wants to travel abroad, moving out from Bedford Falls just like most of his friends. A devoted son, a faithful loving husband for Mary and a father for 4 children.
Mary Hatch Bailey: Donna Reed --George's wife. Nothing much can be described from her character. She is a lovely woman, fullstop.
Mr. Potter: Lionell Barrymore --The evil character of the film. Always trying to find a way to destroy George and Bailey family. A businessman who keeps trying to take over Bedford Falls by conquering all business sector in that small town.
Uncle Billy: Thomas Mitchell --George's family as well as personal assistant on his business. A funny old man who works for Bailey's Loan business.
Clarence: Henry Travers --An angel sent by God to help George from his suicide attempt.
This is an absolutely beautiful film that you must watch. Since the day I watched To Kill a Mockingbird (1962), which is a black and white film, I stop doubting the power of colourless films. Some old films like these have their own ways in delivering the core of the stories. They might have simple storyline, but it touches the heart of the audiences. Their expressions, their accents, the backsound, atmosphere, every element in it helps to build the story.
Whenever I write a review I always promise to myself not to give spoilers; now I'm squeezing my brain not to spill anything which might endanger the joy you'll have in this film. This film's story is simple, don't worry, you will be able to follow the story from the beginning. I've ever seen James Stewart before in Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window (1954). He's just amazing.
This film teaches us to be thankful of our lives. To accept things and to believe that there are ways to be happy. To be optimistic of life. I admire some simple lines, like "Each man's life touches many other lives.." and "No man is a failure when they have friends.." such simple sentences but have great power in evoking emotion. After watching certain scenes I need to rethink of what I've done so far, am I grateful enough for what I have?
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Synopsis: George Bailey is a small-town man whose life seems so desperate he contemplates suicide. He had always wanted to leave Bedford Falls to see the world, but circumstances and his own good heart have led him to stay. He sacrificed his education for his brother's, kept the family-run savings and loan afloat, protected the town from the avarice of the greedy banker Mr. Potter, and married his childhood sweetheart. As he prepares to jump from a bridge, his guardian angel intercedes; showing him what life would have become for the residents of Bedford Falls is he had never lived.
CAST:
George Bailey: James Stewart --Main character. Amusing, amazing guy who values the people around him. Popular handsome man as well, some girls just can't help to have a crush on him. A full of passion young man, someone who always wants to travel abroad, moving out from Bedford Falls just like most of his friends. A devoted son, a faithful loving husband for Mary and a father for 4 children.
Mary Hatch Bailey: Donna Reed --George's wife. Nothing much can be described from her character. She is a lovely woman, fullstop.
Mr. Potter: Lionell Barrymore --The evil character of the film. Always trying to find a way to destroy George and Bailey family. A businessman who keeps trying to take over Bedford Falls by conquering all business sector in that small town.
Uncle Billy: Thomas Mitchell --George's family as well as personal assistant on his business. A funny old man who works for Bailey's Loan business.
Clarence: Henry Travers --An angel sent by God to help George from his suicide attempt.
This is an absolutely beautiful film that you must watch. Since the day I watched To Kill a Mockingbird (1962), which is a black and white film, I stop doubting the power of colourless films. Some old films like these have their own ways in delivering the core of the stories. They might have simple storyline, but it touches the heart of the audiences. Their expressions, their accents, the backsound, atmosphere, every element in it helps to build the story.
Whenever I write a review I always promise to myself not to give spoilers; now I'm squeezing my brain not to spill anything which might endanger the joy you'll have in this film. This film's story is simple, don't worry, you will be able to follow the story from the beginning. I've ever seen James Stewart before in Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window (1954). He's just amazing.
This film teaches us to be thankful of our lives. To accept things and to believe that there are ways to be happy. To be optimistic of life. I admire some simple lines, like "Each man's life touches many other lives.." and "No man is a failure when they have friends.." such simple sentences but have great power in evoking emotion. After watching certain scenes I need to rethink of what I've done so far, am I grateful enough for what I have?
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