Edie

Worth watching for the stunning Scottish landscape and Sheila Hancock's acting (who apparently actually climbed the mountain herself in the making of the movie).

I love it. It shows the perspective of older people and the perception of the younger generation that does not know how to interact with the old people. These barriers get broken due to circumstances and a relationship of friendship among the different generations...

This was a fun watch - both uplifting and sombre at times, with a definitely amusing side to it too. I liked the titular character, Edie, I felt sorry for her at times and I wished the best for her as well. I thought that Sheila Hancock gave a great performance as Edie - playing a stubborn and yet spirited older person. I certainly had quite a lot of respect for the type of person Edie is and I felt Sheila was a good choice of actress in the role. Not throughout but ocassionally there were some particularly good cinematic shots of presumably Scottish hills and mountains, making it clear how cut off she was due to her surroundings. That made me feel more respectful of her. It was surprisingly poignant. Overall, I enjoyed the film - perhaps some plot aspects relating to Edie and Jonny, a local who tries to help her, are a bit cheesy and not brilliant but that by no means ruins the film. It came across to me a bit like a feature length BBC program, more than some massive hollywood blockbuster but whether that would bother you or not is up to yourself, of course. For what it is, I thought it was a well made film and I enjoyed it. Its a good example of a character based drama, I'd say and so I'd recommend it.

Incredibly touching and inspiring. Well cast. I wanted it to go on, but the conclusion was epic.

Why Shiela Hancock hasn't made more movies is a bit of a mystery as she brings to the role of Edie, a recently widowed and rather grumpy old woman, a fragility and charm that is so convincing and heartfelt. She is like that elderly neighbour that you were always a bit wary of a a kid but when you got to know her, she was the one with all the best advice and tastiest biscuits. It is a lovely story of how a woman who has put aside her childhood dreams for a husband that probably wasn't really worth it, seizes the chance to go on an adventure one last time. It is a beautifully observed, characterful tale of the kind that isn't often brought to the screen, having such a senior lead character. It is not sugar coated and indeed, Edie comes across at times as difficult and bloody-minded but that only makes her seem all the more true to life.

Charming and inspiring tale of resilience and living life to its fullest, set against the most spectacular backdrop on Earth - the northwest Highlands of Scotland. Genuinely stunning cinematography and great performances and chemistry between the two leads.

A magnificent film with the innermost search for meaning in a life played out against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands.

I thought it was inspiring but sad that someone had spent so many years of her life doing something she didn't want to. But at least Edie finally got to do what she wanted, with some help from good people.

I watched this for the Scottish scenery but fell in love with Edie! I understand that feeling like you've Wasted Years of your life living a life not like you wanted, I'm just glad I'm 40 and have realized that and started making changes, it is depressing to think someone in their seventies hasn't been happy and so so long.

I've seen this film twice, and got a lot more out of it the second time. Sheila Hancock is amazing as Edie. I agree with some of the critics that the score is inappropriate and mawkish in much of the film. Scenery is gorgeous, and it is impressive that the cast and crew actually did scale the mountain much as depicted in the film. Inspiring for anyone who has put aside their dreams to meet societal norms, and finding they can still pursue these in spite of age.