Is Anybody There?
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Sir Michael Caine Stars In "Is Anybody There?"
My husband and I enjoyed "Is Anybody There?"
In the movie, a little boy (Edward, played by Bill Milner) is not the happiest of children. His parents, not educated or skilled enough to do much else, have opened up their home as a retirement home.
From being surrounded by old folks and dying, Edward is obsessed with what happens after death. That is, until he meets Clarence (played by the magnificent Michael Caine), a reluctantly retired magician, steeped in regret, but having learned a few things about life.
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More Issues In "Is Anybody There?"
Edward's room has been given over to the oldsters who come to live and die there. Edward wishes heartily for his home to be just his and his parent's again.
His mum and dad (played by Anne-Marie Duff and David Morrissey) are being swallowed up in the drudgery and time-consuming responsibility of running a retirement home. Dad apparently feels life passing him by and fantasizes that the 18-year-old hired help can ease his pain.
We get a glimpse into the lives of some of the old folks, too. Among them, there's the lady who misses her dancing days. There's another lady who's very self-centered, and there's a man who's trying to retreat from the world.
Trailer: "Is Anybody There?"
Some Questions For "Is Anybody There?"
Can Clarence make Edward's thoughts turn back toward the living? Does Clarence get to see his wife's grave? Will Edward's parents survive the hurdle in their marriage? Will the retirement home go on?
Support Cast: "Is Anybody There?"
You may recognize some of the supporting cast members making their own marks in the film — such as Peter Vaughan, Rosemary Harris, and Sylvia Syms. And if you've ever watched Coronation Street, you'll be pleased to see Thelma Barlow here, too.
Edward's Curious
Some folks believe we go to heaven or hell. Some folks believe we are still around, but in a different energy form. Others believe that we are no more once we have no brain function.
What Drew Me To "Is Anybody There?"
What's It All About
After having read Michael Caine's autobiography, "What's It All About?" (he was Alfie way before Jude Law, you know), I became a fan of his. So, I naturally welcomed a chance to see this film. In short, the reason is as simple as a reviewer at Amazon wrote, "Caine is cool."
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 21, 2012 @ 9:02 am | delete
- This is my kind of movie. Hard to beat the two leading characters... favorites of mine. Very meaningful themes, for sure. Perhaps I can access this film through my Amazon Prime instant video option. Thanks for this thoughtful review. I like the way you utilized questions to present the movie's themes. You have convinced me to watch "Is Anyone There?" That makes this a successful review in more ways than one.
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ohcaroline
Aug 29, 2011 @ 8:18 pm | delete
- I'm going to have to check this movie out. Sounds interesting. Thanks for sharing it.
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ajgodinho Jul 6, 2011 @ 9:07 am | delete
- Thanks for this review MiMi...I'd definitely like to watch this movie. I like Michael Caine movies too.
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DaveStone13
Jul 5, 2011 @ 2:29 pm | delete
- Thanks. I wasn't aware of this movie, but I love Michael Caine, and I will watch for it.
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kimmanleyort
Jul 5, 2011 @ 1:06 pm | delete
- I enjoyed this review and you've got me intrigued. Michael Caine is a great actor. I don't have Netflix, but will look for this one.
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Tipi
Oct 4, 2010 @ 9:15 pm | delete
- I have got to see Is Anybody There? Aw, I found it on Fast Pass Tv, and am going to watch it right now. Thank you, MiMi!
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callinsky
Apr 15, 2010 @ 8:32 am | delete
- This sounds like a fascinating movie. I will have to add it to my Netflix list.
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theraggededge
Jan 24, 2010 @ 9:31 am | delete
- I haven't seen it but I'd like to now. Thanks!
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Spook
Jan 21, 2010 @ 11:55 am | delete
- I've always loved Michael Caine. My favourite is Zulu, but I must say I have not seen this film.
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NightSquid Jan 19, 2010 @ 2:10 pm | delete
- I am a big fan of Michael Caine, I will definitely have to rent this one! Kudos.
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mbgphoto Jan 19, 2010 @ 7:36 am | delete
- I have seen this movie before ...but you make it look appealing!
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Ramkitten
Jan 18, 2010 @ 2:42 pm | delete
- I'm a big Michael Caine fan, and I've read his autobiography, which I thought was great! I've not heard of this movie, though. I'll definitely have to look for it at the rental store.
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Wednesday_Elf
Jan 14, 2010 @ 8:51 am | delete
- "Is Anybody There?" sounds like an interesting movie. I, too, am a Michael Caine fan!
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mukunda22 Jan 13, 2010 @ 5:02 pm | delete
- Yes, I saw this one, too. And loved it. Interesting questions arise from "Is Anybody There" about life after death. And reincarnation, but never do you get the idea from the movie that when we die--we die.
Thanks MiMi!!
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nyfamily5
Jan 12, 2010 @ 10:16 am | delete
- My husband and I rent movies every week to watch. Hey gotta luv RedBox. Is Anybody There sounds great, love Michael Caine. Thanks for the review.
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