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Dear Frankie

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Dear Frankie (2005)

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Reviews Counted: 105 Fresh: 84  Rotten:21 Average Rating: 6.8/10
 
Consensus: Dear Frankie is a small, good-hearted film with fine performances.
 

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Rated: 12A

Runtime: 1 hr 45 mins

Theatrical Release: 21-01-2005

Synopsis: DEAR FRANKIE is a heartwarming and often humorous tale of nine year-old Frankie and his mom, Lizzie, who have been on the move ever since he can remember. To protect her son from the truth, Lizzie has invented a story to satisfy Frankie's curiosity. She regularly writes Frankie a letter from his... DEAR FRANKIE is a heartwarming and often humorous tale of nine year-old Frankie and his mom, Lizzie, who have been on the move ever since he can remember. To protect her son from the truth, Lizzie has invented a story to satisfy Frankie's curiosity. She regularly writes Frankie a letter from his make-believe father who works aboard a ship traveling to exotic lands. However, Lizzie soon finds out his 'father's' ship will be arriving in a few days. Now, Lizzie must choose between telling Frankie the truth and hatching a desperate plan to find the perfect stranger to play the perfect father. Directed by SHONA AUERBACH, DEAR FRANKIE stars EMILY MORTIMER (Young Adam, Lovely and Amazing, Bright Young Things), GERARD BUTLER (Tomb Raider 2, Timeline, the forthcoming Phantom of the Opera), and JACK McELHONE (Young Adam) as Frankie. SHARON SMALL (About a Boy, Glasgow Kiss), MARY RIGGANS, JAYD JOHNSON and SEAN BROWN co-star. DEAR FRANKIE is produced by CAROLINE WOOD of Scorpio Films on behalf of Inside Track. The screenplay is by ANDREA GIBB. AUERBACH is also the director of photography. JENNIFER KERNKE is the production designer. ORAL NORRIE OTTEY is the editor and ALEX HEFFES the composer. Miramax Films and Pathé Pictures present in association with the UK Film Council and Scottish Screen a Scorpio Films Production in association with Sigma Films, produced in association with Inside Track Productions. -- © Miramax [More]

Genre: Dramas

Starring: Emily Mortimer, Gerard Butler, Sharon Small, Jack McElhone

Director: Shona Aeurbach
Screenwriter: Andrea Gibb
Producer: Caroline Wood

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Release:

May 7, 2005

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DVD Features:

  • Region 1
  • Keep Case

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Gerard Butler is also good as the proverbial Tall Dark Stranger (sort of), in a role that proves that he can act after all.

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01/24/05
Matthew Turner
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A Scottish drama that tells its sentimental tale with pleasing understatement.

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Matthew Leyland
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Beautiful, complex, deeply engaging filmmaking

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A quietly told film that--by casually tossing in a surprise here and a plot twist there--builds up to an ending that carries an intense emotional impact.

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03/01/07
Shirley Sealy
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Thanks to some wonderfully open-ended writing and acting, and Auerbach's fine attention to detail, Dear Frankie is one of those rare films that rewards repeat viewing.

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09/22/06
Peter T. Chattaway
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This is a little gem of a film.

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03/04/06
Robert Roten
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A touching little gem.

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12/28/05
Chuck O'Leary
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The heart of the film is the very touching mother-son story.

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12/10/05
Michael Dequina
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Proves to be heartwarming despite its contrivances and phony attempts at being arty.

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12/08/05
Dennis Schwartz
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Lesley M. Smith
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Se por alguns instantes parecia estar seguindo os passos de bons filmes similares, infelizmente acabou por render-se aos clichês e à água-com-açúcar.

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07/08/05
Pablo Villaca
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There's a timeless quality about 'Dear Frankie.' This touching film tugs at your hearstrings and won't let go, even after the end credits roll.

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07/05/05
Betty Jo Tucker
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...a rare and endearing portrait of a mother's unconditional if not always judicious love for her only child.

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John J. Puccio
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06/04/05
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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True to its weepy telefilm resemblance, Dear Frankie delivers several eye-dabbing moments, but the tears...are earned through solid storytelling and subdued acting.

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05/24/05
Mark Pfeiffer
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