Far from Heaven Movie Review 2002

Perfect '50s homemaker, mother, and wife Cathy (Moore) faces her husband Frank's (Quaid) emerging homosexual desires, which culminate in her witnessing him in an intimate kiss with another man at the office. When Cathy seeks comfort from her black gardener (Haysbert), scandal and hatred spread and wrenching truths are found. Melodramatic (in the Douglas Sirk tradition) tale of social/racial taboos and a woman's sacrifice is intriguing. Moore's performance is Oscar caliber (she got a nomination), Quaid's fearless, and Lachman's retro-chic visuals also exhibit stunning craftsmanship, while Bernstien's lush score sets the proper mood.

Distribution

Universal Studios Home Video, 100 Universal City Plz., Universal City, CA 91608-9955, Phone: (818)777-1000, Fax: (818)866-1483, URL: http://www.universalstudios.com, Remarks: Does not handle retail queries from consumers; contact your local video distributor.

Available on VHS, DVD
Running time 107 minutes.
Originally from United States.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Romantic Drama, Romantic Triangles, Marriage, Gays, The Help: Male, African America, Period Piece: 1950s, Workin' for a Livin', Betrayal

Screenplay

Todd Haynes

Cast

Julianne Moore, Dennis Quaid, Dennis Haysbert, Patricia Clarkson, James Rebhorn, Celia Weston, Viola Davis

Cinematography

Edward Lachman

Director

Todd Haynes

Music

Elmer Bernstein

Other

Drew Kunin, James Lyons, Peter Rogness, Sandy Powell, Mark Friedberg

Producer

Christine Vachon, Jody Patton, Killer Films, Section Eight, Vulcan Productions, Focus Features

Awards

Ind. Spirit 2003: Actress (Moore), Cinematog., Director (Haynes), Film, Support. Actor (Quaid); L.A. Film Critics 2002: Actress (Moore), Cinematog., Score; Natl. Bd. of Review 2002: Actress (Moore); N.Y. Film Critics 2002: Cinematog., Director (Haynes), Film, Support. Actor (Quaid), Support. Actress (Clarkson); Natl. Soc. Film Critics 2002: Cinematog., Support. Actress (Clarkson).