“Les Choristes”
This French film, translated “The Chorus“, is about a new teacher in a school for troubled boys and his efforts to help by teaching them to sing. It’s touching & honest, but the best part is the singing. The voice of a good boy soprano can only be compared to angel song. Once you watch the movie, you may run out and get the soundtrack! Don’t be intimidated by subtitles! The beautiful French language enhances the movie. You will laugh & cry. Rated PG-13
“Elling”
Here is a simple, sweet film from Norway that we just watched last night. Who has ever seen a Norwegian film? Certainly not 98% of Americans! Well, their loss. “Elling” is the main character’s name, a man who has been sheltered by his mother for 40 years and now must make his own way in the world with a little help from social services. Luckily, he makes a friend and they become the Odd Couple of Oslo. It’s funny without being mean; we never lose sympathy for these characters even if we laugh at their situations. Beautifully written and acted. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Foreign Language Film in 2002. Rated R.
