Two Lovers

• 2008
• US
• 1h 50min
• 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.

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