There are certain films, specially romantic dramas, whose sad ending breaks your heart but overall the film leaves you feeling whole. One such film is our recommendation of the day for you and it’s the highly acclaimed ‘Blue Valentine’ currently streaming on Prime Video.
Directed by Derek Cianfrance who has co-written the film alongside Cami Delavigne, and Joey Curtis, ‘Blue Valentine’ follows a couple shifting back and forth in time, from the days of blissful beginnings of their love story to the current times when their relationship is disintegrating. The film captures the emotions of the couple as they feel powerless to stop the downward spiral of their marriage.
‘Blue Valentine’ is a raw and honest portrayal of how love might not be everlasting and it can fade away leaving deep and painful emotional scars. Michelle Williams and Ryan Gosling deliver excellent performance as a troubled married couple whose marriage is on the rocks.
While the film received great critical acclaim, Williams went on to receive nomination for both the Academy Awards for Best Actress and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama. Moreover, Gosling too was nominated for Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in the same category.
‘Blue Valentine’ is a sad romantic drama but has great depth and emotions. The heartbreak that the lead pair goes through is felt weighing in your heart long after the credits roll. So if you are looking for something deep and powerful, ‘Blue Valentine’ is available to rent on Prime Video.
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