This film is one of my favorites.
The story is about Percy Talbott (Alison Elliott), a young incarcerated woman who is released from prison and decides to visit Gilead, a small town she has never seen, hoping to find a job. Hannah Ferguson (Ellen Burstyn) owns a restaurant where Percy seeks employment. And Shelby Goddard (Marcia Gay Harden) is a local who assists Percy in acclimating to the town.
These three actresses are the backbone of the film. Though they are blessed with a wonderful script, their performances are largely responsible for the tenderness and passion of this film.
I watch this film periodically because of its tone and its insight. It also includes mysteries and plot twists, drama and beauty. It is an emotional ride that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.
The story is about Percy Talbott (Alison Elliott), a young incarcerated woman who is released from prison and decides to visit Gilead, a small town she has never seen, hoping to find a job. Hannah Ferguson (Ellen Burstyn) owns a restaurant where Percy seeks employment. And Shelby Goddard (Marcia Gay Harden) is a local who assists Percy in acclimating to the town.
These three actresses are the backbone of the film. Though they are blessed with a wonderful script, their performances are largely responsible for the tenderness and passion of this film.
I watch this film periodically because of its tone and its insight. It also includes mysteries and plot twists, drama and beauty. It is an emotional ride that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.