The Ballad of Jack & Rose
Jack (Daniel Day-Lewis) lives on the site of his abandoned island commune with his 16-year-old daughter Rose (Camilla Belle). Since the breakup of the commune, Jack has sheltered Rose completely from the influences of the outside world, but now his fatal illness and Rose's emerging womanhood pose troubling questions about the days ahead.
A man who has lived a life motivated by environmentalism, Jack now rages at those who do not share his aesthetic, like developer Marty Rance (Beau Bridges), who is building a housing tract on the edge of his property. When Jack invites his girlfriend Kathleen (Catherine Keener) and her sons Rodney (Ryan McDonald) and Thaddius (Paul Dano) to live with them, Rose feels betrayed and the situation quickly becomes precarious. Rose acts out wildly, creating chaos.
As everything flies out of control, Jack finds himself trapped in an impossible place and is forced to take action.
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original with excellent acting - tbird
very sad, and a bit funny in parts, i found the movie kept my interest from beginning to end. it was deep, thought provoking, i would recommend this movie.i enjoyed some of the rebellious scenes and thought the main character was headed for real trouble.sort of like watching a train wreck.Weird, addictive - xsparkleprincessx
The lead actress is this film was awesome, demonstrating raw, gut-wrenching emotions. No doubt the help of legendary actor Danie Day Lewis didn't hurt. The story - though disturbing at times - works well; it is strong and original. The pace is slow, the scenery is breath-taking, and the secondary characters contribute well to the plot.Unusual but Not Bad - Filmgal
The Ballad of jack & Rose is a different type of father dealing with daughter coming of age film.
Jack and his 16 year old daughter Rose live in an abandonned commune on a remote island (actually filmed in PEI). Jack is ill and is coming to terms with his sickness while trying to maintain a normal existence for his daughter Rose and is trying to ensure that she will be taken care of when he is gone. Jack invites his girlfriend and her 2 sons to come to the commune and live with them and it is a culture shock for both his girlfriend's family and Rose. Traditionally forms of teenage rebellion occur but to a more disturbing form than the usual Hollyowod films, and a bizarre ending.
It is a well acted film, although a little slow at times, with small cameo roles by Jason Lee and Jena Malone. The film is not for everyone but if you enjoy the type of film like You Can Count on Me or other character led dramas, then you will probably enjoy this film.
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original with excellent acting - tbird
very sad, and a bit funny in parts, i found the movie kept my interest from beginning to end. it was deep, thought provoking, i would recommend this movie.i enjoyed some of the rebellious scenes and thought the main character was headed for real trouble.sort ...Weird, addictive - xsparkleprincessx
The lead actress is this film was awesome, demonstrating raw, gut-wrenching emotions. No doubt the help of legendary actor Danie Day Lewis didn't hurt. The story - though disturbing at times - works well; it is strong and original. The pace is slow, the ...Unusual but Not Bad - Filmgal
The Ballad of jack & Rose is a different type of father dealing with daughter coming of age film.
Jack and his 16 year old daughter Rose live in an abandonned commune on a remote island (actually filmed in PEI). Jack is ill and is coming to terms with ...