Two Lovers

- 2008
- US
- 110 min
- 15
- Directed by: James Gray
- Written by: James Gray, Richard Menello
- Cast: Joaquin Phoenix, Gwyneth Paltrow, Vinessa Shaw, Isabella Rossellini, Elias Koteas, Moni Moshonov
- Website: www.twolovers.co.uk
Subtly affecting low-key drama in which Phoenix stars as Leonard, an emotionally damaged 30-something, encouraged by his parents to pursue a relationship with family friend Sandra (Shaw), but drawn to profoundly messed up neighbour Michelle (Paltrow). Although occasionally awkward in its tonal shifts, this offers a more substantial portrayal of the complexities and compulsions of love than the average Hollywood romance.
Performance times
This film is not currently showing in cinemas.
Reviews & features
Two Lovers
ROMANCE/DRAMA Writer/director James Gray reunites with his We Own the Night star Joaquin Phoenix for this subtly affecting low-key drama. Erratic public persona notwithstanding, Phoenix is very good here as Leonard, an emotionally damaged…
Tell us more about this listing.




To post a comment you'll first need to sign in:
Not registered?
Sign up – it only takes a minute.
Forgotten your password?