Better Late Then Never

The acting in this movie is really good.

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

Be warned: if you are looking for a war-time adventure movie, do not watch this film.1942 is a scary and fascinating period and I think this movie captures that atmosphere of not knowing what is gonna happen after a war that changed the world. The film is a nostalgic review of a moment in time long lost forever. Many people will think the film is corny... Because it is. In a sense, it is like Brideshead Revisited: a movie about a moment in time, about what you've lost and about taking life as it comes.The photography is beautiful and the immense blue skies give you a feeling of freedom quite in contrast with the sense of pathos and constrain that sometimes makes it hard to breathe. And beauty, it is truly a beautiful movie... Even the kitchen wall paper is sweet.The plot is simple and you'll know, more or less, what is going to happen. Sometimes the dialog is made from lines you have already heard before but then, at the last moment, Johnston manages to say something unexpected of funny and change the taste of it. But what starts with a smile and a song in the heart of the characters transforms into a dense, mature movie about relationships.Ultimately, I know I like this movie because I want to know what happened to Lill, Katie, Johnny and Lachlan afterwards. Probably, you'd want to know too.If you are a Russell Crowe fan, prepare yourself for a treat. He is absolutely talented and charming in this film. I never had a chance to see this side of his acting before and it is really worth the time.*SPOILER* The final credits follow the plane that takes Lachlan and the others off to war. If you have time to watch them, they provide a relaxing and beautiful experience.

For the Moment is a beautiful little film of which few have heard. More's the pity. Filmed in my home province of beautiful Manitoba, Canada, it offers an insight into the experience and emotions of two charming young people who would never have met -- given their geographically separated homelands, Australia and Canada. -- except for the eruption of World War II which created many such alliances. The capital city of Winnipeg hosted a war-time canteen for service men and my aunt was a volunteer there. She had the honour of meeting many young lads -- from the British Empire and allied countries -- who were training at our various camps. Richard Burton was one such and he mentions, in his biography, his training experience.The beach scene was filmed at Grand Beach which was a very popular summer site for young families and young people so it was a pleasure to see it so beautifully used in this film.As others here have mentioned, the various backgrounds lent much to the story.The cast was well chosen and portrayed their characters with respect and sincerity.Thank you for the opportunity to voice my humble opinions here.

I felt this film - throughout. I waas impressed with Russell Crowe's talent in developing his relationship with Lillie, such a typical Aussie blend of softly softly approach, a bit self depreciating and very persistent. Really loved the cinematography and direction. Pace was just right and the portrayals of nearly all characters was impressive.Gosh, didn't Russell's talent even in 1993 shine! .. and I have yet to see Gladiator.

Russell, my fav, is gorgeous in this film. But more than that, the film covers a tremendous range of human passion and sorrow. Everything from marriage to homosexuality is addressed and respected. The film makes the viewer realize that tolerance of other humans provides the route to saving humanity. Fabulous love story between Lachlin and Lil. I replay their scenes over and over again. Anyone who has ever been in love will empathize with these people. All characters are cast and portrayed excellently.