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Girl with a Pearl Earring

2 Ratings: 0.0

A movie directed by Peter Webber

Set in 17th-century Holland, GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING follows the life of Griet (Scarlett Johansson), a young woman who must work as a maid to help her family make ends meet. Seeking employment at the home of renowned painter Johannes Vermeer (Colin … see full wiki

Tags: Movies, Dramas

Cast: Judy Parfitt

Director: Peter Webber

Release Date: 2003

MPAA Rating: PG-13

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review by vemartin. May 24, 2004

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Girl with a Pearl Earring; The Movie Aptly Reflects the Canvas

Pros: Scarlet Johansson, the introspective storyline works after all. Cons: Sometimes boring, gritty film. The Bottom Line: Because Girl with a Pearl Earring doesn't cook up melodrama and romantic intrigue but tells a story that's content in its simplicity, the story works. Plot Details: This opinion reveals major details about the movie''s plot. The innocent stare of Griet as portrayed by Scarlet Johansson, is what I remember … more

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review by beckytcy. March 03, 2004

You Will Literally Watch Paint Dry in Girl with a Pearl Earring

Pros: beautiful cinematography, sets, costumes, Johannson Cons: plot, screenplay, supporting characters The Bottom Line: I'm sure the 17th century wasn't this boring! Girl with a Pearl Earring is so slow-moving at times that my friend Lisa and I burst out laughing. One too many ridiculously long, meaningful stares made me giddy. Luckily, there were only two other people in the theater, so not very many people were bothered by … more

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