Wednesday, March 24, 2010

An Education (2009)

Set in the United Kingdom in the early 1960s, this film follows the life of a young 16 year old who is wooed by a gentleman much older to her. What happens will give much of the story away - but one thing that the movie does emphasize - is how important it is to go to University and make something of your life. Though the roles of a housewife or an English teacher may appear dreary to you - in the end, it is your decision.

It's a bit sick though - the idea of an elderly man preying on the fantasies of a younger woman - or a girl in this case. But it does show just how creepy some guys can be.

There are some very nice scenes from Paris - and it is amazing how beautiful that city is. I count myself fortunate of having visited the city on more than one occasion!!

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