The England romantic drama W.E was released on 1 September 2011 and co-written and directed by Madonna. This movie tells a famous story from a very unique perspective. It received many negative review since it's pre-released period. Colin Kennedy called the movie 'disaster', noting the film's 'judicious casting and handsome design were marred by a callow director's shaky shot selection.'
In my opinion, however, this movie is a significance movie based on three elements.
The first attracting point is the name of the movie--W.E. When most people see the name, they will feel curious about the story--what is this two letter stand for? This is an entry point to be a good movie. In it's official explanation, letter W stands for Wallis and E stands for Edwards who were the two main characters in the story. To understand it in a deeper way, love always need to be combination by two people--that is 'we'.
Another perspective the movie talks about is courage. The world is full of unknown and change and doubt. People are easy to be hurt. However,if we have courage, we can also be strong. Wallis is an American lady who have divorced twice.When she fall in love with Edward, it is very clear that it will be a long and difficult way to go. But Wallis dare to face all the barrier and difficulties.As a woman, she made all the attempting and sacrifice she can do to continue this relationship with the man she loved. That is all the thing she can do and shows rare courage in that age.
Moreover, this courage can pass through time and space. Wally, a lonely housewife, who has been neglected by her doctor husband and a big fan of the love story of Wallis and Edwards find the courage to be back in the life again. All the positive energy can pass on forever and influence the human society.
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