The Beales of Grey Gardens (2006)
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71% of critics liked it
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79% of users liked it
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For their classic, 1976 documentary Grey Gardens, Albert and David Maysles shot hours-upon-hours of footage exploring the lives of their subjects Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter Edie (who were affectionately referred to by their brothers as Big Edie and Little Edie), whose quiet lives on the… More For their classic, 1976 documentary Grey Gardens, Albert and David Maysles shot hours-upon-hours of footage exploring the lives of their subjects Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter Edie (who were affectionately referred to by their brothers as Big Edie and Little Edie), whose quiet lives on the grounds of a dilapidated estate stood in remarkable contrast to their quick with and extravagant upbringing. Though the brothers were unable to use a vast majority of the fascinating footage in the ninety-four minute film, this companion piece comprised of never-before-seen outtakes culled from the original shooting sessions allows Grey Gardens fans to take a trip back to that familiar, dilapidated mansion to hear both Big Edie and Little Edie discuss everything from love and war to the existence of God. A nostalgic montage of Little Edie offers a warm testament to the eccentric daughter's inimitable fashion sense. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Directed By
- Albert Maysles, David Maysles
- Genres
- Documentary, Special Interest
Unrated,
- In Theaters
- Jul 21, 2006 Wide
- Studio
- Maysles Films
Critic Reviews
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J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader
Little Edie models her strange getups, studies an astrology paperback through a magnifying glass, holds forth on the horrors of alcohol and the strength of her Catholic faith, and delivers numerous spontaneous singing performances.
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Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune
A bit like wandering into a slice of life that suddenly turns into a Tennessee Williams play, with upper-class Eastern accents replacing the Southern ones.
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Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly
It lacks the first movie's cohesiveness, but Grey Gardens was never a model of structure; it was more a reality show before its time, and The Beales of Grey Gardens brings us closer to the mysteries at its heart.
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Nathan Lee, New York Times
Catnip for the Beale cult, the film supplements but nowhere surpasses the funky charm and moldy glamour of the original.
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Eric Monder, Film Journal International
Deserves a thoughtful look-and a lively argument.
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