A great cast and a really good movie. However, this is just my opinion and don't take me literally. I know that sometimes when a movie is praised by everyone, you get kinda turned off. But this one lived up to the hype, at least for me.
Based upon a short novella and diary of a young English girl, it takes place in London during the 1960's and is perfectly cast. Carey Mulligan plays Jenny, a smart young girl who really never does anything wrong until she meets David (Peter Sarsgaard)who leads to this mysterious life filled with art, classical music, drinking, and trips to Paris. Her older boyfriend is so charming that even her parents approve of her weekly outings. I won't reveal too much, but the movie follows her "education" in culture and life from an affair with an older man. She is chided for her behavior by a protective teacher and her principal, but she ignores the well intentioned advice to continue with the relationship.
The romance goes well for a long time, and the acting of Mulligan is wonderful. She plays the part perfectly, and Sarsgaard does an adequate job as well. Some of the scenes feel awkward, especially the "intimate" moments, as we sense this girl is coming of age, but it works well, and plays out the way it would seem in real life. Whether you rent it on regular DVD or Blu Ray, definitely watch this one.
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