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The Evening Star | Year: 1996 Classification: Drama Directed: - Robert Harling Actors/Actresses: - Jack Nicholson - Juliette Lewis - Miranda Richardson - Bill Paxton - Shirley MacLaine Good Overall - Not Awful but Not Great, Either I see that this film, the sequel to "Terms of Endearment," has recieved either great reviews or awful reviews in this forum. The truth is, it is somewhere in between. Shirley MacLaine is a delight as Aurora Greenway, Marion Ross holds her own as Aurora's Maid, and I thought Ben Johnson's performance was beautifully understated and effective. But the plot founders in several areas: the affair between Aurora and her Therapist (Bill Paxton) is unbelievable and borders on nasty (think "Autumn in New York" in reverse); there are too many characters that don't get developed as needed; and some scenes drown in pathos. The ash-scattering scene on the beach is way over the top (with deafening music to accompany it) and Aurora's grandchildren range from annoying to unbearable. Juliet Lewis' character vitually disappears half way through and Miranda Richardson's phony Texas accent is painfully overdone. This film is worth a look for sure, but it is'nt in the same league with "Terms." Excellent Movie In most cases, I dont enjoy sequels to other movies, but in this case, I truly enjoyed this movie, The Evening Star, which is the sequel to 1983's Terms of Endearment. Shirley MacLaine lights up the screen again, playing the role of Aurora Greenway. The movie takes place years after Aurora's daugher has died, and all of the deceased mother's kids have grown up. Growing up hasn't been easy, and the movie focuses on the relationships between family and friends, the good times and the bad times. The movie focuses on rediscovery of life, and finding new purpose for each character. The movie both entertains and tugs at your heart strings with its dramatic plot that will bring tears to your eyes, but also will make you laugh in more comedic scenes. I highly reccomend this movie if you are looking for a movie that touches your soul, and makes you think about life in general, or if you just enjoy good movies, period. WITTY AND EMOTIONAL I really took a while to get into the film, but Shirley MacLaine's part made it for me. Her honest approach to all she met, couldn't help win her votes. She was a grandmother keeping her family together as best she could, yet when it all fell apart she still left the door of approach open for them all. You can relate to many in the film, if you are young and impetuous or older and denying your age or honestly facing it. A good film in my opinion. Waiting for a reply in anticipation Buy The Evening Star at Amazon.com Buy posters at Allposters.com Jamster - the latest ringtones for your phone!  Search with Walhello on the Internet on The Evening Star Search with the Priority Search Engine on The Evening Star This page in other languages: Suomeksi | Nederlands | Deutsch
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