Directed by:
Peter SollettScreenplay:
Ron NyswanerCinematography:
Maryse AlbertiCast:
Julianne Moore, Elliot Page, Steve Carell, Michael Shannon, Josh Charles, Luke Grimes, Gabriel Luna, Mary Birdsong, Dennis Boutsikaris, William Sadler (more)VOD (1)
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Based on an inspiring true story, Freeheld stars Julianne Moore and Ellen Page as a couple who, in their darkest hour, take on the biggest fight of their lives. When police detective Laurel Hester (Moore) meets Stacie Andree (Page), they instantly form a connection. The couple fall deeply and unexpectedly in love, and before long are building a life together. But when tragedy strikes and Laurel is diagnosed with cancer, she faces discrimination as government officials refuse to allow her to leave her pension, earned over 23 years of service, to Stacie. With the help of fellow detective Dane Wells (Michael Shannon) and larger-than-life activist Steven Goldstein (Steve Carell), Laurel and Stacie spend their last days together fighting to overturn the decision. As the campaign for marriage equality gains momentum worldwide, Freeheld is a poignant reminder of the personal struggles at the heart of the movement. Moore and Page deliver powerful, heartfelt performances in this stirring tribute to an ordinary couple whose love and integrity compelled them to demand equal rights in an extraordinary act of courage. (Entertainment One)
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A movie full of solid acting performances with a plot that cannot be independently understood 100% due to a lack of similar experience. Having said that, the movie at least shows that a human being is an absolutely varied entity that, if they manage to find their path in life, will not leave it until they agree they have come to the end. And for this idea and the life story itself, this film definitely deserves your attention.
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Ellen Page plays a lesbian. Well, she must've had to work hard for that. Julianne Moore plays a terminally ill woman, and a lesbian to boot. No offense, but that's a bit of a cliché in her case. Plus, Ellen Page looks sicker than Julianne at times. Michael Shannon shines the best in it. I consider him one of the best actors of today, who still hasn't landed a role that would truly propel him to the forefront.
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