The Lovely Bones [Blu-ray]

The movie has its graphic moments, which was the reason I turned off the movie midway. However, the depictions of the afterlife and Saroise's soul penetrating eyes got me watching the movie again after reading the spoiler in wikipedia. The second time around I saw details and screenplay that I completely missed on the first viewing. I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. The plot gave us a good message in the midst of tragedy, namely healing begins with moving on. The screenplay was full of unexpected twists and turns. For instance, the movie watcher did not even know the antagonist of the story died until 3 scenes later when the antagonist sees her murder soaking in a bathtub. The acting --- it was beyond compare. Saroise Ronan (Susie) had a way of looking at you that utterly penetrated our soul. Her facial expressions were nothing short of magical - the watcher can read her every emotion and can't help but feel compassion for her. How can a 13 year old portray so perfectly such grave subject matter? I wanted to cry every time she cried. Wow. The murderer had the perfect look. He gives you goose bumps just by his slow and deliberate actions and his almost emotionless face - fitting of someone with no conscience. Perfect portrayal of a serial killer. The symbolism - they are everywhere - the gondola, the candle, the tree of life, the bracelet, the safe, the iceicle, the sinkhole - just to name a few. But you'd miss them if you watch the movie just once. Along with the message of the movie, these symbols glue the plot elements together in a way I have never seen in any other movie. Focus especially on the icicle, the gondola and the sink-hole. Watch the movie twice and you'll see what I mean. The message. Regardless of your faith, the movie has some positive messages behind an otherwise tragic plot. - healing begins with moving on - to move on once must confront one's fears and confront reality - our loved ones live on in our memories, but don't let it be a barrier to moving on Overall, despite the critics' negative reviews, I think it is an extremely well acted out movie with an exceptional screenplay built on a surprising plot that manages to portray healing and growth after tragedy. It is a phenomenal movie. Just watch it more than once. Better yet, read wikipedia and then watch it.

I seen this movie years ago finally added to my movie collection.

Always a great movie although book is better it's sad but brings awareness of watching your children

Such a sad story. . The story was told from the girl. After she passed . I never want any child in that situation .. I think children should see this movie . Not to scare them but make them aware. What's out there . . I hate the fact that there are bad people out there . That do bad things to children .

Such a heartbreaking poignant tale. Had me years whole time. Suspense was my husband's favorite part kept him on edge of his seat.

Good movie. The story stays with you for a long time. Don't know if this story was based on a true story, but it probably represents much of the horrible stories you hear about in the news all the time. Great acting. Would love to watch it again. Great clothing and background that brought the viewer back to the 1970s when police detective work probably wasn't as high tech as it is now.

Great movie. One of my favorites.

“THE LOVELY BONES” is an intense thriller, an emotional journey into a supernatural world “in between” Life and Death. A journey you will not easily forget. It is beautiful and haunting. Mark Wahlberg and Rachel Weisz honestly portray grief stricken parents. Susan Sarandon, the boozy, yet rock solid grandmother, is hilarious. And Stanley Tucci, the neighbor Mr. Harvey, is absolutely chilling. But, most of all, you will never forget 13 year old Saoirse Ronan. Her insightful and sensitive portrayal, with subtle body language and gorgeous pale blue eyes, gives Susie Salmon life. A life you care about… even in death. You will never forget Susie Salmon. In a whispery, matter-of-fact voice, Susie tells her story. “My name is Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was 14 years old when I was murdered on December 6, 1973.” Trapped inside a “perfect world,” Susie longs to reassure her family that she is still here, as they struggle to deal with her murder. She craves revenge for the man who took everything from her. And she yearns for the first kiss that never was. Helplessly, from her world “in between,” Susie watches her family fall to pieces. She watches her murderer as he watches her younger sister, Lindsey, who is now growing up. And she watches the boy she loves, fall in love with that “weird, other worldly girl” who feels her presence and accepts that the dead walk among the living . Ultimately, Susie’s killer is exposed. Her family begins to heal and accept a world without her in it. And Susie sadly realizes it is time to move on. “I was here for a moment and then I was gone.” As for me, I can never forget Susie Salmon. I am haunted by “THE LOVELY BONES.” Long after, I am left to ponder uneasily. “What is DEATH?” For, as Susie’s “in between” friend, Holly says, “…everybody dies.” “I wish you a long and happy LIFE.”

Before reading the reviews I presumed this film would be depressing, a little creepy and maybe a shock value film praying on people's reactions to it. I avoided it. Time passed and then considering daring to view it (I knew it was about a topic personal to me that upsets me). Yet reading the so so reviews on Amazon of 'The Lovely Bones' I thought this film would be below par and continued to avoid. I finally took the plunge and watched the film without regret or any hesitation when viewing. On both counts, how wrong could I have been to be worried about this film if it was 'sick' or in bad taste. It simply isn't. It is a fantastic film and definitely one of the very best I own. It is a powerful piece of film production in every sense of the word. Whilst watching, I cried most, if not all of the film. Yet I'm a grown man, quite hardened by life and not easily 'emotional'. Previous films I liked covering sudden loss were 'Untamed Heart' (featuring Christian Slater) and another favourite 'Message in a Bottle' (featuring Kevin Costner). I would recommend those films. Yet this one focuses on one area of the aforementioned and concentrates it significantly to the point the entire film becomes a continuous building tragedy or trauma - but as a reflection on the past. This may seem unpleasant or 'weird' but it's needed and it's what makes the film unique. Nothing is like this film that I have ever seen in that respect, nothing. 'The Lovely Bones' therefore had a profound reaction in my soul, it touched me deeply. It is the sort of quality film one could give to a friend or partner who might not understand your past (if you have one like the family of character 'Susie' in the film) and you will not have to explain to them why you weep when watching it as they will weep too. Especially if they are connected to you spiritually on a deep level. I think I will do this myself in the future now. This movie could be (to some) an opportunity to be a voyeur into someone's emotional pain, in terms of understanding when people die young, why this is so unfair. Why there is a huge difference between a person living to only six or sixteen, rather than seventy six with children and grandchildren of their own. Why never experiencing a kiss, a first date, a first day at work, a first home, marriage, children, achievement...... why it is all matters so. This movie touches upon all those 'never had's' of the person now gone, yet it does so without bitterness and fury but instead a slow reasoning of 'that is life', because ultimately, it is 'just' life. We all are created, born, and then pass away yet we believe as children it will never happen to us directly, or our family. Instead we believe tragedy happens to ''other people'', as the movie itself says. I cried through the film because my sister died in tragic circumstances, and every single nuance of the film brought back memories of this. Not memory of terror and fear, but just memories that I cannot describe. Maybe these are the ethereal supernatural energies this film touches upon. Whatever they are, they are indescribable. (Just as a dream/life/heaven state could/would be if one had to describe it). During the film, the approach to death is heavily narrated and and in parts, played out, but not in the style of 'who done it', because we know from the very first few minutes who did it. Thankfully, there is no gore or suffering shown which was a relief. The director sensitively and sensibly leaves the 'act' of murder up to your imagination. Instead we are shown the subsequent loss and the regret of the consequences of when people die and leave us. The static family situation of post death, the denial, and finally the eventual moving on. Perhaps people who don't understand this movie, maybe see it in the wrong context? I can understand that this is easily possible and why some just don't 'get it'. The wrong context would be how some have described this movie as being about a child killer getting away with murder. The right context would be this film is nothing to do with types of criminal or justice for victims of crime. This film is more about memories of past and present of those who die and those who love them. It's about what we do with these memories, what they mean to us, how we hold onto them and how sometimes we shouldn't. Memories that you the viewer may create into simple or fantastic emotional feelings as you watch the film, whilst mesmerized by what you are watching. That, is surely the mark of good if not excellent film is it not? To be kept in your seat unable to turn away, to be concentrating, to be observing. To be....feeling. In some ways, this film is a metaphorical 'key' to access tears, tears often compressed and rarely accessible due to the routines of life we all must take part in, to survive. In this respect, people considering this film should be aware of that. It's not your average sad film, it's an unparalleled film (in my opinion) that may release significant grief. Such is the power of this film, I would not recommend it as a family viewing experience even for a couple,or siblings who are very close. This film (again in my opinion) is one to be watched alone and to be appreciated alone IF you have experienced tragedy of a similar nature. In this setting, it can be appreciated without any concern of how people might think you are reacting, e.g. that you might become very tearful and emotional. For me personally I won't be watching this film with my parents. I may not even tell them I watched it because for some people loss is not a thing we should 'poke' out of it's hiding hole too frequently, especially if decades have passed. One should be mindful of this. Play with caution if a death in your family is to this day something you don't openly discuss because you haven't all closed the chapter on your loved one passing away. This may take a life time, or never happen at all. Either way it cannot be prematurely induced, even with a movie like this. In conclusion this film leaves me with a sense of acceptance of when people leave you without saying goodbye, that is what I get from the film. Closure. Even if that closure is an illusion because of course, this is only a movie. Yet one that excels in spectacular visual imagery (special effects), narrative ('Susie's' voice over narrating the story) and realism of what tragedy is for those left behind to pick up the pieces and carry on. In essence, this film is the epitome of emotion wrapped up in digital format that a book cannot create. I appreciate how exceptional books can be. Yet books don't have powerful music scores, books don't have audio narrative, and books don't have faces of great actors that make you know them, despite these people being 'just' actors. If they can act (as all of the actors do in this film so well) they make you part of their family for the time you are staring at the screen. They place you there, in their home. Nowadays I rarely think of my own sister on a daily basis, as I have moved on and time in some respect, does heal. But she will always be there in my heart, just like the character 'Susie Salmon' is to her family in The Lovely Bones. 10/10 movie. Flawless and highly recommended for the right audience.

Dieses Fantasy-Mystery-Drama aus dem Jahr 2009 unter der Regie von Peter Jackson schildert eine Verbrecherjagd ungewöhnlichster Art und nimmt den Zuschauer mit auf eine Reise ins Land der Trauer, die gleichsam spannend, intensiv und heftig, phantastisch, sehr berührend und absolut herzzerreissend ist. Die vierzehnjährige Susie (Saoirse Ronan) lebt wohlbehütet und glücklich in einem amerikanischen Vorort der siebziger Jahre. Diese Idylle findet ein jähes Ende, als sie vom pädophilen, psychopathischen Nachbarn (Stanley Tucci) vergewaltigt und ermordet wird. Doch Susie kann sich noch nicht von der Welt trennen, weigert sich ihren Tod zu akzeptieren, So landet sie in einer "Zwischenwelt", von wo aus sie die Geschicke und das Leben ihrer Familie beobachten kann. Besonders ihr Vater scheint wahnhaft davon besessen zu sein Susies Mörder zu finden...... Im Grundsatz eine sensible Geschichte über die innige Beziehung von Vater und Tochter, die über den Tod hinaus auf intuitiver Ebene weiterbesteht. Doch auch ihr kleiner Bruder und ein medial begabtes Mädchen spüren ihre Präsenz. Schon allein der Eintritt in die Zwischenwelt zum Jenseits ist mit Nebel-durchfluteten Sequenzen in das später folgende "Bonbon-Universum" einfach grossartig gelungen. Die Szenen in der Zwischenwelt sind einfach atemberaubend. Es hat schon etwas von imponierender Hemmungslosigkeit mit Mut zum ausladenden Gefühlskitsch, sicherlich eine Geschmacksfrage. Doch hier war ich gefangen in einer Symbiose aus überwältigenden surrealen Bildern, paradiesischen Landschaften, satten Farben, perfekt umspielt von der Musik. Etwas verstörend, wenn diese heiteren und gelösten Szenen vermeintlich fast schon vergessen lassen, was der ganzen Geschichte zugrunde liegt. Doch gerade durch diese Vermischung wird die überaus spannend und hervorragend erzählte Suche nach Susies Mörder abwechslungsreich und vielfältig. Alles wirkt wie aus einem Guss, obwohl Handlungsbögen gespannt werden, wie sie unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnten. Sehr intensiv ist die Stimme von Susie aus dem Off. "Wir gehören nicht zu diesen glücklosen Menschen, denen grundlos Schlimmes passiert"- was für eine Aussage... Mit ihrem einnehmenden Wesen war sie in der Lage, mich vollständig mitzureissen und an ihrem Schicksal teilhaben zu lassen. Der Film beeindruckt durch die Glanzleistungen von Saoirse Ronan, grossartig auch in "Abbitte", und dem sich so gnadenlos düster präsentierenden Stanley Tucci. Mark Wahlberg und Rachel Weisz wirken in der Rolle des trauernden Elternpaars etwas blass. Grossartig der Auftritt von Susan Sarandon in der Rolle der schrulligen, exzentrischen Grossmutter, die für ein paar humorig-auflockernde Einlagen sorgt. Ein vielleicht mitunter schon etwas an Kitsch grenzendes, aber sehr bewegendes und sehr sehenswertes Fantasydrama. Ein sehr starker Film aus der Traumschmiede, 130 Minuten Anspannung, Ergriffenheit von der Tragik und Dramatik dieser Geschichte. Mich hat er sehr berührt...

cocteau twinsのaliceが挿入歌となっています。映像美と楽曲の素晴らしさが引き立つ良い作品です。

Zwar habe ich noch nie eine Richtige Rezension zu einem Produkt abgegeben, aber für alles gibt es ein Erstes Mal. Zum Film: In meinem Himmel ist ein Mystery/ Drama Film aus dem Jahre 2009. In der Hauptrolle sehen wir Saoirse Ronan (Seelen, Little Women und ganz viele ander tolle Filme) - Meine absolute Lieblings Schauspielern - als Susie Salmon. Weitere Schauspieler wie Stanley Tucci (Tribute von Panem, the Silence) Mark Wahlberg (Ted, Transformers), Rachel Weisz (die Mumie) und Susan Sarandon (Tammy, Bad Moms 2). Wichtig: Ich werde jetzt nicht wiedergeben, um was es im Film geht. Dazu muss man nur die Film Beschreibung lesen, aber all die, diese sich bei Themen wie Mord, Missbrauch und Vergewaltigung nicht wohl fühlen, sollten den Film nicht schauen. Er ist wirklich schön aber hat auch eine Herzzereisende und schreckliche Geschichte. Meine Mom kann ihn bis heute nicht schauen. In meinem Himmel gehört zu den Filmen, welche nicht einfach geschaut werden. Man muss ihn verstehen und auf sich wirken lassen. Ich habe ihn mir 13 das erste mal angeschaut und habe den Sinn hinter ihm nicht verstanden. Aus dem Grund finde ich, man sollte um den Film wirklich zu verstehen, das Buch gelesen haben. Ich selbst bin ehrlich gesagt noch immer dabei, den Sinn zu verstehen und das obwohl ich dachte, ich hätte ihn längst verstanden. Ich finde jeder sollte es für sich selbst heraus finden, denn der Fim ist wirklich herzzerreißend, traurig, tiefsinnig und kreativ und wunderschön. Der Film ist wirklich empfehlenswert. Zum Produkt: Zum Produkt gibt es nicht viel zu sagen, den es ist eine einfache Bluray. Sie kam unbeschadet in einer einfachen Pap- Verpackung an. ( Das wäre vielleicht das einzig bemängelnswerte, da diese an den Seiten etwas kaputt war. Aber das kann durch den Transport schon einmal vorkommen. )

Un bon petit film de ce grand réalisateur. Très esthétique.