The Love She Sought (1990)
An aging school teacher (Lansbury) at a Catholic grammar school in Minnesota questions her life's existence when she has to start battling a new bishop (Prosky). As a result she retires and moves to Ireland where she seeks an admirer (Elliott) with whom she has been corresponding for five years.
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If the ambition is to provide two hours of instantly forgettable, popcorn-munching escapism, it succeeds.
Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.
All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.
Worth seeing just to witness how winsome it is.
This is one of my favourite films and I would love to see it out on DVD. It gives real insight into the lives of two middle aged people, one a priest and one a school teacher. It is subtle and well thought out and I love to watch it.I especially love how the feelings of the two main characters are demonstrated without using words, just by the perfect timing of mannerisms and movements. The film gives a sympathetic view of the relationship between the USA and Ireland, and also of the Catholic church; which though not a fashionable topic, is very interesting for an outsider. The plot also discusses the true meaning of long term relationships versus formal marriage, and stops short of finishing with a straightforward value judgement, which would sell the question short in my opinion. This story would appeal to Henry James fans I think.
I have been trying to find a copy of The Love She Sought and have been unsuccessful. Can anyone help and let me know where I can get a copy? This movie has touched me and has stayed with me since I first saw it on TV and I would definitely like to see it again. I can remember that this movie was a topic of a lot of conversation for some time with my friends and I. It was so touching how she portrayed that her impression of her friend turned out not to be what she had thought for all that time. Angela Lansbury is such a versatile actress and I think that this is the best TV movie with her in it that I have ever seen. I have watched others, but not have left me with such a long lasting good impression. I would also like to know if any of her other movies are similar to this one because I would also like to watch it. THANK YOU!!!
If you love "the Irish" and know that love happens...and not just to the young...this may be what you are looking for. It is a sweet story about a relationship that grows over years.You might be able to predict the ending but you will want to watch it again. Angelia is excellent ...supporting cast could be stronger.If you liked "Shadowland" or "Simply Sarah" you will enjoy this! A story that a woman who has given much and served others can find something some happiness for herself.This might be in the category of a "chick flick" for mature women, but my spouse enjoyed it too! In comparison with more recent love stories it is far more subdued but a touching sweet story...wish we had more of them!
It would have to be a really bad show for these two stars (Angela and Denholm not to shine. I'm glad they worked together before Denholm died. Combining a woman's yearning a man's frustration, a great Bishop Robert Prosky) and the Catholic church with wry humor and even a pregnant cat makes for a wonderful story.