This film is wonderful. It's a beautifully crafted love story but not a one-dimensional weep-fest like some love stories are.
This drama stars Saoirse Ronan as Eilis Lacey, a young woman living in Ireland in the 1950s. She is one of the lucky ones given the opportunity to move to New York for a more prosperous life. After a rocky start she falls for a local gent and they make plans to build a life together. No spoilers here, but as in life, matters of the heart are seldom simple!
This film is nominated for Best Picture in the Oscars and Saoirse Ronan for Best Actress which speaks volumes. Happily recommend this one, it's a gem.
Four and a half stars from News Ltd's Leigh Paatsch. I'm with him on this one.
Trailer here. In cinemas now.