Academy Award(r) winners Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett give wickedly entertaining, Oscar-nominated performances * ? one as a woman consumed by her colleague's guilty secret, the other, a victim to her own dark obsessions ?... more » in this sexy, stylish thriller. Dench mesmerizes as Barbara Covett, a teacher who rules over her classroom with an iron fist, yet leads a desperate, solitary life outside it. That is, until she meets radiant new art teacher Sheba Hart (Blanchett). Although at first overjoyed with her newfound kindred spirit, when Barbara discovers that Sheba is having an affair with a teenage student, her jealously and rage spiral out of control.« less
Edgar R. from CALEXICO, CA Reviewed on 4/12/2013...
Cate Blanchet and Judi Dench certainly do not disappoint. It was definitely a treat to see Bill Nighy in this film as well, and although his participation is limited compared to CB and JD, he also delivers a great performance. Good story, with great actors.
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Lisa D. from COPPER CENTER, AK Reviewed on 5/2/2010...
I thought this was a fantastic movie. Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett are terrific actors, and they inhabited their characters quite well. The supporting actors were also good. The story was very good, and the time just flew by. Definitely worth watching.
Daniel A. (Daniel) from BEAVERTON, OR Reviewed on 2/8/2010...
Amazing performances. These women are irrevocable messed-up and great to watch.
Ann Marie H. from OAKLAND, CA Reviewed on 1/24/2010...
A gripping story with two female actors at the top of their game. Definately worth watching.
Bridgett A. (Anya) from BALTIMORE, MD Reviewed on 3/30/2008...
I see people wishing for this movie and hear others say how good it is but I just didn't like it.