Sunshine

Here is a work of sheer genius which has to been seen with one's own eyes. It is no doubt a highly autobiographical piece of work from acclaimed Hungarian director Istvan Szabo dealing with several generations of one family during the conflicts in his home region at the turn of the century. For as much praise as Ralph Fiennes has received for other works I doubt you will ever see him as strong as he is here. The mother/daughter tandem of Jennifer Ehle and Rosemary Harris is just one of many great touches Szabo brings to this motion picture and it is interesting to see Fiennes and Rachel Weisz work together here pre THE CONSTANT GARDENER. Deborah Kara Unger delivers both a passionate and cold performance as her character dictates and William Hurt adds an interesting flavor. Still, SUNSHINE comes down to writing and direction and the combination of excellence here makes this a film you will never forget.