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Plot: After a limited theatrical release in 1998, Still Breathing gained a small but loyal following on cable TV as the kind of movie that die-hard romantics love to discover. It's a formulaic tale o...( read more read more... )f opposites attracting, with creaky themes of predestined romance, but there's a lot to admire in the way first-time writer-director James F. Robinson has handled this material. With Brendan Fraser and the underrated Joanna Going as well-matched costars, this potentially sappy romance is instead a calm and soothing affirmation of unconditional love. It's ostensibly a comedy, but the stars and director give it something extra by slowly but surely developing a credible connection between San Antonio street performer Fletcher McBracken (Fraser) and Los Angeles con artist Roz Willoughby (Going).

Having seen Roz in a vision as the love of his life, Fletcher is drawn to L.A., where Roz--targeting Fletcher as her latest mark in an art-dealer scam--is as cynically damaged as Fletcher is spiritually grounded. He's the cure for what ails her, and their awkward return to San Antonio (a lovely, sunlit location) reveals that Roz is initially too cold to fall for Fletcher's charms. As she comes to life--a process that Going expresses with convincing subtlety--Still Breathing achieves a quality of quiet warmth and grace. An overlooked gem with abundant charm and sex appeal, the movie's also blessed by an easygoing supporting cast including Ann Magnuson, Angus MacFadyen, and Hollywood veteran Celeste Holm as Fletcher's equally good-natured grandmother. --Jeff Shannon

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  • speeduptools
    speeduptools
    5.0 Stars
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    July 30, 2008
    Very good movie and yes its a love story. It is very artistic feel to this movie. Has good acting. You just have to see this one if you haven't.
  • viennawaits1
    viennawaits1
    4.0 Stars
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    February 7, 2008
    Such a wonderfully enjoyable film - unabashedly romantic, but in a sweet, melancholy way. Reminds you of lazy Sundays, vague recollections and the contentment of two soulmates in silence. Okay, corny like this review, yes, but still... rather pleasant, no? Maybe that's because San Antonio plays such a character in the film. Great, subtle soundtrack too. I don't know if it critically deserves 4 stars, but I'd like to think so....
  • eclectickimmer
    eclectickimmer
    5.0 Stars
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    September 28, 2007
    This one REALLY got to me. Hopefully due to the strange love thing... Probably because of the sleeping/psychic issues. Either way... check it out.
  • catluva222
    catluva222
    3.5 Stars
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    May 25, 2007
    I am in love with Brendan Fraser's character in this. And the beginning made me feel all artistic. I guess I didn't really connect with the female lead, though. She just frustrated me most of the movie.
  • hadoosheh
    hadoosheh
    5.0 Stars
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    March 17, 2007
    belive that there is someone out there just for you, so never give up but look for him/her your true love is out somewhere ;) best wishes
  • zeiko18
    zeiko18
    4.0 Stars
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    January 9, 2007
    Slightly goofy and implausible, kinda clunky at times. But Brendan Fraser makes you believe it and Celeste Holm plays his grandma. How can you resist Celeste Holm?
  • armerys
    armerys
    5.0 Stars
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    October 18, 2006
    I know it's girly movie, but hey I'm a girl and I loved it! I feel in love with Brendan Fraser when I watched it :D
  • dancinteacups
    dancinteacups
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    September 15, 2006
    why does brendan fraser make silly movies? he should stick to those roles like the ones in The Mummy.

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