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The Reader (2008)
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Director:Stephen Daldry
Starring:Kate Winslet | Ralph Fiennes | Bruno Ganz | Karoline Herfurth | Linda Bassett | Hannah Herzsprung | Susanne Lothar | David Kross | Volker Bruch
Genres:Drama
Languages:English
Synopsis:In postwar Germany, a young man’s decades-long obsession with an older woman runs headlong into a war crimes trial, where he learns an awful truth.


Customer Review
Wonderful film 50 out of 100
Quite a spectacular and moving film which explores one of the lesser known aspects of the Holocaust - the role played by women guards in the camps. Amazing performances all around and wonderful filming.
Gerry from Donegal , 17 Dec 2010
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Loved this! 40 out of 100
You need to keep going through the bold scenes at the start - stick with it - great film.
Maeve from Dublin , 01 Oct 2010
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Really very good 45 out of 100
I had my doubts about this movie at the beginning. Lots of sex and not much dialogue. But then it unexpectedly got a lot lot more interesting. I thought the acting was brilliant and the story was very satisfying, even though I saw the twist coming a mile off. Highly recommended.
Michelle from Galway , 30 Sep 2010
1 people out of 1 found this review helpful

Reader 40 out of 100
Winslet is very good, particularly with the boy. Thought could have got more out of the court-room scenes.
JOHN F. from Cork , 09 Jun 2010
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Brilliant story 40 out of 100
Brilliant story which develops unexpectedly about a relationship between a teenage boy and an older woman.
Fidelma from Clare , 19 May 2010
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Don't miss this film! 45 out of 100
I loved everything about this film: the acting was excellent and the mood and atmosphere was just right. It has something for everyone ...really thought-provoking. It lingers in the memory as all great films should.
Liam from Kilkenny , 19 Mar 2010
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Disappointed 25 out of 100
I was really disappointed in this film, it was totally over-hyped. The story is dragged out and a little frustrating at times. However, I am a big fan of Kate Winslet and thought the acting was good. Don't build youself up for a great evening's viewing!
Valerie from Kilkenny , 25 Feb 2010
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The reader 50 out of 100
Excellent, very touching, rent it, great performances by all concerned
Teresa from Waterford , 18 Feb 2010
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The Reader 45 out of 100
A fairly sombre film but that is not a reason to pass it up. It is a fascinating story with two unexpected twists about half way through. Kate Winslet gives a wonderful performance in the central role and is well supported by Ralph Fiennes and the young man whose name escapes me. I would recommend this film to anyone who enjoys a first-class drama.
Joy from Dublin , 17 Feb 2010
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Good! 40 out of 100
This is a good movie,though a bit sad .Kate Winslet plays the part very well, her body language, accent, dress etc.
Barbara from Kerry , 04 Feb 2010
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Good 40 out of 100
Very good story
gary from Wicklow , 11 Jan 2010
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Excellant but maybe not for everybody 50 out of 100
I personally really enjoyed this film being absorbed in the story and the questions left after the film. Although the film left an impression with me, it may be too dark in places for some people?
Blake from Offaly , 05 Jan 2010
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Great Movie 45 out of 100
Good performances all round and an intersting story.Well worth watching.
LIAM from Mayo , 02 Jan 2010
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a bookk, a play, a film? 20 out of 100
Generally pretty good until screenwriter David Hare imagined he was back working in the theatre - from the time we get to the court all belief has been lost
Sean from Kilkenny , 14 Dec 2009
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READER 15 out of 100
CONSIDERING MY POOR CHOICES RECENTLY.NOT TOO BAD. STARTS OUT INTERESTING, HOPELESS ENDING.
Mary from Cork , 28 Nov 2009
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Perfect. 50 out of 100
A teenager has an affair with an older woman, who then disappears from his life, until one day.... An amazing film and a well deserved Oscar for Kate Winslett. Fantastic acting all round. A lesson on how to make a film.
John from Donegal , 10 Nov 2009
1 people out of 1 found this review helpful

Just ok 25 out of 100
Get it if you have to but if dont no lose!
Declan from Dublin , 21 Oct 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Good movie a little slow to get going 30 out of 100
Good movie but deffinitely not one to watch with your parents inlaw as Kate Winslet is nude for at least the first half of the movie! A bit slow to get going
Ruth from Cork , 06 Oct 2009
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The Reader 50 out of 100
Excellent. Thought provoking.
Harry from Dublin , 23 Sep 2009
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Not perfect but worthwhile 35 out of 100
As slow moving drama in which Winslet delivers another fine performance. The pacing is a little off and the centre segment drags quite a bit, but when Winslet is front and centre is when this is at its strongest.
Ciaran from Dublin , 17 Sep 2009
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The Reader 40 out of 100
Was about to give this a miss 10 mint. in as I was bored, but Im glad I stuck it out I even shed a tear towards the end quite taught provoking too..
Marie from Sligo , 02 Sep 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

The Reader 50 out of 100
This is a fantastic film. Kate is absolutely brilliant. No wonder she got an oscar.
helen from Dublin , 11 Aug 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Boring 0 out of 10
I found the overall story very boring,slow and stupid. certainly not one of Kate's great works and not worthy of an Oscar. I had heard so much about it, and now so glad I didn't waste time and money going to the cinema to see it. a thumbs down for me!
Mary from Dublin , 02 Aug 2009
1 people out of 4 found this review helpful

The Reader 30 out of 100
i thought it was an okay film, not really my type, one the good things about the film is Kate Winslet is naked for about half the film, although its a bit embarrassing to watch it with your mum
Barry from Dublin , 30 Jul 2009
1 people out of 3 found this review helpful

Strange film 20 out of 100
I had heard good things about this film but felt it was too long and even though Winslet and the boy acted well, they never connected as such. Also there appeared to be gaps in the film.
Mary from Galway , 20 Jul 2009
1 people out of 1 found this review helpful

slow 20 out of 100
very slow. Great acting from whole cast but didn't think that was enough to redeem it. Could have done without watching it really.
Hilary from Meath , 13 Jul 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

oscar worthy! 45 out of 100
This was a great film, one of the best I have seen this year. It's a story about an erotic affair that turns to love and how innoncence is lost. it is not about the Holocaust, but about the generation that grew up in its shadow, which is what the book insists as well. I would recommend it with a large box of tissues!
Linda from Cork , 30 Jun 2009
2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

The Reader 45 out of 100
Brilliant actors and a moving story. One of the best movies I have seen in a very long time.
Bente from Cork , 28 Jun 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

I was crying my eyes out 40 out of 100
It turned out to be one of my favorite and the most heart-rending films of the year. All involved should be very proud.
Jevgenija from Wicklow , 25 Jun 2009
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Amazing performance from Kate Winslet 40 out of 100
Overall, despite the unsavoury topic, you really feel for Winslet's character. Excellent portrayal of complex and flawed characters by all involved. Highly recommended.
laura from Dublin , 18 Jun 2009
7 people out of 7 found this review helpful

Slow 15 out of 100
Kinda slow, rent something more uplifting instead, boy reads to woman, a bit of sex, then throw a couple of Nazi's in the mix. Stir! Done!
Annien from Dublin , 05 Jun 2009
3 people out of 7 found this review helpful

the reader 30 out of 100
Not a bad movie, a bit depressing in parts but kate winslet is excellent in it.
gerard from Dublin , 02 Jun 2009
2 people out of 3 found this review helpful



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