A Heavenly Vintage (2009)
- 2009
- ·R
- ·120 min
In 19th century France, a peasant winemaker endeavors to create the perfect vintage.
- Actors
- Eric Godon·Jeremie Renier·Keisha Castle-Hughes·Vania Vilers
- Directed by
- Niki Caro
- Genre
- Drama·Fantasy·Romance
- Language
- English
- Country
- France·New Zealand
- Director
- Niki Caro
New Zealand Film and TV Awards (II) 2010
- Best Cinematography in a Feature Film
- Best Costume Design in a Feature Film
- Best Lead Actress in a Feature Film
- Best Production Design in a Feature Film
- Best Supporting Actress in a Feature Film
- Best Visual Effects
THE VINTNER'S LUCK has had a bad press since its 2009 release on account of its slow pace and apparently perfunctory characterization. In truth the story is straightforward enough, as vintner Sobran Jodeau (Jérémie Renier) learns how to cultivate a vineyard with the help of angel (Gaspard Ulliel), while trying to bring up his family, and coping with an ineffectual patron (Keisha Castle-Hughes).
This is such a beautiful show about the relationship of man and angle. The friendship and conflict between them is so well filmed that it's almost legendary!
This film, which transports us to 19th century France, is so beautiful in so many ways. It seeps in and touches you with the delicacy of a fine wine.
