Marion Bridge (2002)

Director:

Wiebke von Carolsfeld

Writers:

Daniel MacIvor (play)
Daniel MacIvor (writer)

Release Date:

18 April 2003 (Canada)

Genre:

Drama

Plot:

Three estranged sisters reunite to care for their dying mother and old conflicts and secrets return to the surface.

Plot Keywords:

Nova Scotia | Dying | Secret | Alcoholic | Dying Mother

Awards:

6 wins & 8 nominations

Cast

Molly Parker	...	Agnes
Rebecca Jenkins	...	Theresa
Stacey Smith	...	Louise (as Stacy Smith)
Marguerite McNeil	...	Rose
Ellen Page	...	Joanie
Hollis McLaren	...	Chrissy
Emmy Alcorn	...	Dory
Joseph Rutten	...	Ken
Nicola Lipman	...	Valerie
Jackie Torrens	...	Marlene
Kevin Curran	...	Sandy
Ashley MacIsaac	...	Mickey
Heather Rankin	...	Sue
Linda Busby	...	Evie
Stephen Manuel	...	Tavern Bartender

Runtime:

90 min

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Certification:

Australia:M | Canada:14A | Netherlands:12 | USA:Unrated

Filming Locations:

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Company:

Idlewild Films

Trivia:

Agnes, Theresa and Louise are watching the movie The Five Senses (1999) on television. The particular scene of the movie shown solely features actor Daniel MacIvor. Daniel MacIvor is the screenwriter for this movie.

Movie Connections:

Featured in Weird Sex and Snowshoes: A Trek Through the Canadian Cinematic Psyche (2004) (TV)

Soundtrack:

The Hon. Lady Fraser of Lovat

A must see for anyone who still cares about a good story ....

As someone who loves the theatre but is tired of seeing the same material recycled again and again, it is refreshing to know that independent film still exists. Marion Bridge is such a breathe of fresh air. Its the type of picture which reassures you that there are still filmmakers out there who care about the story they are telling rather than just looking for a vehicle to demonstrate the newest special effect.

This film was absolutely wonderful. The others who have commented here have already given a synopsis, so I won't go into those details. I simply wanted to add my name to those who have praised Wiebke von Carolsfeld's feature length directorial debut.

Ms. Carolsfeld has taken a powerful story written by Daniel Maclvor and transfered it to film in a fashion that will touch you on many levels. I assure you that you won't forget about this movie or its performers (Molly Parker, Rebecca Jenkins, Stacy Smith and Marguerite McNeil are all outstanding) anytime soon.

I will continue to look for future endeavors by all of the participants in this project. They have a new fan today; one who hopes that there is plenty more material to come.