| | Evelyn [Region 2] |  | Director: Bruce Beresford
Actors: Sophie Vavasseur, Niall Beagan, Hugh Mcdonagh, Pierce Brosnan, Mairead Devlin
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  43 reviews
Sales Rank: 209280
Format: Pal
Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), English (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5060002831601
ASIN: B0000AE793
Theatrical Release Date: 2002
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With a gentle tug at the heartstrings, Evelyn tells the true story of an imperfect father whose devotion brought much-needed change to rigid Irish law. It's a labor of love for star and coproducer Pierce Brosnan, who brings just the right touch of Everyman charm to his role as Desmond Doyle, a struggling Dublin tradesman, father of three, and chronic pub-crawler whose wife abandons their family the day after Christmas, 1953. Desmond's a loving father who's boyishly irresponsible; Irish law dictates the removal of his children to stern Catholic orphanages, and his battle for custody is aided by two lawyers (Stephen Rea, Aidan Quinn) who seize this opportunity to revolutionize the courts. With straightforward, unobtrusive style, director Bruce Beresford draws fine performances from Brosnan, Julianna Margulies (as a barmaid who inspires Desmond's sobriety), and especially young Sophie Vavasseur in the title role as Desmond's bright, determined daughter. Sentimental without being saccharine, Evelyn is simple, well made, and bursting with genuine Irish spirit. --Jeff Shannon
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 CUTE FAMILY MOVIE February 21, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
BASED ON A TRUE STORY, LOVE THIS ONE PASSING IT AROUND AS A GIFT,
GREAT SERVICE January 19, 2007
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
RECIEVED MOVIE W/ IN 7 DAYS OF ORDERING. ITEM WAS CHRISTMAS PRESENT & IT ARRIVED IN NEW CONDITION AS PROMISED. WILL BE USING THIS SELLER IN FUTURE. ****DO NOT USE HERMAN STREET FOR ANY PURCHASE- THEY ARE CROOKS, THEIVES & LIARS****
 Formulaic but inspiring December 21, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Formulaic tear-jerker based on a true story in which an unemployed, heavy drinking Irish father attempts to win back his children from the clutches of the Church-dominated child protection systen after their mother walks out on the family. Actually found this quite a pleasure to watch, although there were a few hoaky elements that were a little annoying. In this day and age when we're daily bombarded with the feminist-inspired notion that fathers are by and large deadbeat scum, its good to such a positive story about a man whose love for his children supercedes all else.
A true story worth telling, and worth remembering... November 3, 2006
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is one of those movies that you can't help but love, if not for the sheer fact that the story alone will pull at every emotion within you. Pierce Brosnan pulls out a wonderful performance that truly shows he's more than just James Bond, much more. As Desmond Doyle, Pierce infuses his character with just enough heart and soul, enough charm and charisma as well as humanity (as in he's a flawed, not perfect man) that we're drawn to him, endeared as it were and continue to root for him throughout the entire film.
Desmond's wife has abandoned him and their three children, and because of Desmond's instability with work and poor choice of drinking habits the law takes his children from him and places them in Catholic orphanages. With the aid of two lawyers (Stephen Rea & Aidan Quinn) as well as a barmaid (Julianna Margulies) who not only gives Desmond her heart but the will to remain sober, Desmond fights the system in order to regain the custody he should have never lost.
With brilliant performances by the entire cast, especially young Sophie Vavasseur who plays Evelyn, Desmond's daughter, `Evelyn' should reside in everyone's heart and remain in our thoughts long after the credits have finished rolling. A true story worth telling, and worth remembering.
A lovely "small" film August 29, 2006
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
A lovely "small" film, which stars Pierce Brosnan (as "Desmond Doyle") and was produced by him. He plays an Irish father of three small children, whose mother has deserted them, and who are placed in schools run by the Catholic Church because he is deemed to be a drunkard who can't provide for them. He straightens out his life, with the help of Julianna Margulies, and the assistance of three lawyers who are played by the excellent Stephen Rea, Aidan Quinn and Alan Bates. Directed by Bruce Beresford, it takes one back to 1950s Ireland, and the hold that the Church exercised over daily life.
Doyle fights for his kids, who are delightful, anchored by the lovely "Evelyn" played by Sophie Vavasseur. When one views her talents, we think immediately what a great match she and the wonderful Freddie Highmore ("Finding Neverland," "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory") might make. Despite going through living hell, Doyle triumphs in the end; and this true story is a refreshing film to watch, amidst the wasteland of senseless American movies that the big Hollywood studios churn out--which are inane, not uplifting, and have no lasting meaning or value.
Brosnan is to be congratulated for taking a script by Paul Pender and bringing it to life. It is well worth watching; the special features are enjoyable too; and the musical score is memorable--not the least of which is "Angel Rays" written and performed by Gemma Hayes, "Sitting On Top Of The World" written and performed by Van Morrison, and Brosnan's singing as well. Ireland is a lovely, beautiful country; and once again, a film like this one gives viewers, who have never visited the exquisite Emerald Isle, a glimpse into the very special life and people there. It should not be missed.
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