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Entries in Stephen Frears (2)

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02Sep2009

Stephen Frears to direct 'Tamara Drewe'

Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at 2:38AM | By

Franck Tabouring

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stephen Frears, who last directed the moderately interesting "Chéri," is all set to direct the big-screen adaptation of Posy Simmonds' graphic novel "Tamara Drewe."

The plot follows Drewe, a sexy lady who heads back to her country village and provokes dark passions among the town's residents. Variety says Gemma Arterton ("Quantum of Solace") will play the lead.

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Movie Review: “Chéri”

Friday, June 26, 2009 at 12:00AM | By

Franck Tabouring

Seen on: June 19, 2009

The players: Director: Stephen Frears, Writer: Christopher Hampton, Cast: Michelle Pfeiffer, Kathy Bates, Rupert Friend, Bette Bourne, Felicity Jones

Facts of interest: Stephen Frears also directed "The Queen."

The plot: A famous courtesan's plans to reture are shattered when she launches into an affair with a much younger man.

Our thoughts: Director Stephen Frears reunites with his “Dangerous Liaisons” actress Michelle Pfeiffer in his latest drama “Chéri,” based on the popular 1920 novel by French author Colette. The result, though not as intriguing as some of Frears’ other recent works, is certainly watchable, with Pfeiffer and co-actor Rupert Friend delivering a pair of compelling performances.

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