Far From Heaven
Julianne Moore and Dennis Quaid star in this seductive story of a seemingly perfect family, and the forbidden desires that threaten to tear them apart. Cathy Whitaker (Moore) has it all - a lovely home, two wonderful children and a handsome husband (Quaid), who is successfully climbing the corporate ladder. But Cathy's idyllic existence is just an illusion, and she is eventually forced to choose between living a lie or following her heart. This homage to the 1950's melodrama (particularly the films of Douglas Sirk) was the best reviewed film of 2002.
Year: 2002
Genre: Drama, NYFCC Awards - Best Film, 2003, Best of Post 2000, Movies (1001 You Must See Before You Die)
Country: USA
Director: Todd Haynes
Starring: Julianne Moore, Dennis Quaid, Dennis Haysbert, Patricia Clarkson
Duration: 103 Minutes
Rating: M - Adult themes.
7.4/10
Location in store: Drama
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