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Loving Annabelle [2006] (REGION 1) (NTSC)


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Loved it!
Review date: 2008-02-21 Rating: 8 out of 10

I loved this film. Good acting, nice story and for once, the outcome is realistic. A teacher who sleeps with a student goes to prison. That is how it would work if the teacher was male so it is nice to see that realism, no matter how much we would like to see a happy ending. (there is an alternative ending on this DVD)

This is my favourite 'lesbian' film but one thing grates. Simone is far too passive. Right from the start, she lets Annabelle do & say all kinds of inappropriate things. I don't think my teacher would ever have accepted it if I stood close to her and fondled her necklace or touched her knee! She would have told me in no uncertain terms, but yet sensitive to my feelings, that is not acceptable. She would have told me that having feelings for a teacher is not uncommon but that it is not an option and that no relationship will ever happen between the two of us.

And yet, right from the start, Simone behaves as if Annabelle's advances towards her are normal. She even encourages her when she gives Annabelle a book and touches her hand when in the library.

This kind of behaviour would make more sense a bit further on in the story, when Simone has 'properly' fallen for Annabelle. The way it is now it just looks like Simone sees Annabelle for the first time and she is reduced to a gibbering mess right away. Seems a bit strange.

However, that is a small criticism for a film that I would recommend more than any other film I have seen in a long time.

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I love it, love it, love it
Review date: 2007-09-22 Rating: 10 out of 10

treat yourself to this film, sit back and watch it with your partner, a bottle of wine and a takeaway and you will have your perfect night.
Good story, lovely women, I wish we all could meet someone with a nice house on the beach.
Only bad point was the alternative ending, I wish the ending could have been a bit longer, or maybe I just didn't want the film to end.

The Best Of All Possible Lesbian Movies!!!
Review date: 2007-07-19 Rating: 10 out of 10

This virtual remake of Madchen In Uniform is a surprising success as the story is seamlessly translated to present day America. The 2 leads are very personable with Erin Kelly showing why she is generating so much interest. Diane Gaidry uses her incredibly expressive face to great effect and her slow-burn acceptance of her feelings for her student is handled with sensitivity. Writer-Director Katherine Brooks has a sure touch and what might have been voyeuristic sleaze-fest becomes an engaging human drama. The DVD however offers one outstanding bonus - an alternate ending!! Now you can have the happy/sad ending of your choice, lesbian heaven!!!!!

Very sweet love story.
Review date: 2007-07-15 Rating: 10 out of 10

This is a lovely story about how sometimes you just cant fight your feelings even if you know you could get in trouble. Not your typical school child crush on a teacher but a real love story that you get pulled into. Fantastic story and well written.
Set in a catholic boarding school this story is based on an out of control girl who from day one finds herself attracted to her poetry teacher and how a friendship can turn to love.
Very well actored, beautiful soundtrack. I would definately recomend to watch. Just a lovely Love Story. One thing i will say is be sure to watch the extra's...especially the alternate ending which I found answered more questions.
Enjoy every one. I hoped this helped.

dont prejudge!
Review date: 2007-01-10 Rating: 10 out of 10

When I first read the synopsis on the back of the box i was a bit put off. Let's be honest a teacher-student relationship just isn't right in society.
I'm glad I took the leap and watched this though because there's a lot more to it than that. Firstly, it isn't about this sordid affair but what comes before the inevitable. The story is treated with due respect and unfolds in a tasteful manner that draws you into the feelings of both characters. The torment of a teacher trying to stay in control and the desire and passion of a student not afraid to feel and push boundaries.

Annabelle is the rebellious daughter of a senator who is sent to a Catholic boarding school in an attempt to tame her. Simone is her teacher and head of the dorm she is placed in. From the very beginning Annabelle takes an interest in Simone and aims to befriend her and challenge her emotions and beliefs. The maturation of the relationship is beautiful to watch as it is complex and has the student leading the teacher forward into the world.

The cinematography is fantastic. I would recommend this movie just for that alone. The scenes flow fluidly serving to accentuate the inherent meanings and emotion behind them. You get drawn in without your knowledge until you are one with the characters.
The beautiful soundtrack (which i wish was available on cd!!) makes a huge difference with meaningful songs well placed in the movie adding to the wonderful scene selections and acting.

Trust me, you want to watch this movie. It does not aim to justify but tell a story.

Product Details/Specifications


Actor(s):
Erin Kelly (III)
Laura Breckenridge
Greg Joelson
Jennie Floyd
Diane Gaidry

Creators:
Diane Gaidry (Primary Contributor)
Erin Kelly (III) (Primary Contributor)

Director(s):

Recording label: Wolfe Video
Manufacturer: Wolfe Video
EAN: 0754703762702
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: Closed-captioned, Colour, Dolby, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC,
Release date: 2006-12-12
Universal product code (UPC): 754703762702
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Region code: 1
Running time: 79 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2006
Language: English (Original Language)

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