Chichester Cinema at New Park
A Single Man
George Falconer (Colin Firth) feels lost. Not only is he still grieving the death of his long-time companion, Jim (Matthew Goode), but he's also a Brit teaching English at a California college. He's so distraught with heartbreak that he's decided to kill himself, and proceeds to get all his affairs in order while carrying on with what otherwise would be a normal day.
The directorial debut of legendary fashion designer Tom Ford, who has made the film with loving care - the look, colours, pacing, shots, composition, cinematography, costumes, soundtrack - are all perfect. But most of all, this is a tour de force for Firth and a stunning achievement which is destined to be a highlight of his distinguished career and deserving of his BAFTA. The range of emotions and the extent to which his character must convey them through his eyes and facial expressions, with the copious use of long takes without dialogue is astonishing.
USA · 2009 · Tom Ford · 99min
