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Written February 8, 2012
Albert Nobbs

by henryanne

The film was very sensitive, thought provoking and gripping. Very adult subject matter but extremely well done with outstanding acting, setting and cinamatography.
An extraordinary film!
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Written January 29, 2012
Albert Nobbs

by himj

To tell you the truth, I dont know what to think about this movie. I understood the plot, I just did not understand who Albert was? The actors were excellent.
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Written February 2, 2012
Albert Nobss timeless

by hrhkurt

This movie touches you on so many different levels. Its great cinematography, gripping story and excellent acting make it one of this years best movies. Glen Close is completely beilievable as Albert. Her character is outstanding and there are several lessons to be learned in this story, from human kindness and understanding to humility. A little long at just under two hours but I never looked at my watch once.
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Written May 19, 2012
Brillant Performances, Unique Story - Redeems 2011's Bad Year of Movies

by stitcherymart

This movie is filled with brillant performances and Glenn Close and Janet McTeer deserved their Oscar nominations. It is just sad that Close had to come up against Meryl Streep in the Iron Lady (since as we know, Meryl wins everything....). Streep's performance was good, but Close's was better. If you love Indie films and are dying to find more movies with new and unique story lines and great performances, this is a movie to see.
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Written February 20, 2012
Glenn Close gives a powerful yet understated performance

by theohodge

So convincing as a man Albert Nobbs looked like a man in drag when given the opportunity to dress in ladies attire. A story of survival with an eye towards improving in the slightest one's quality of life. Though the ending was bittersweet I thought it well worth the price of the ticket.
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So-so
Written June 19, 2012
Albert Nobbs

by Peneflix

Glenn Close and Janet McTeer give vastly credible performances as women disguised as men. The novel "The Singular Life of Albert Nobbs" by George Moore has been a project of Ms. Close since she played the lost but dignified "Mr. Nobbs" off Broadway almost thirty years ago; she should be applauded for her tenacity and the actualization of her mission...

But I found the movie colossally problematic. It takes place in Dublin, Ireland in the late 19th century, in a refined, but frayed, Hotel. "Mr. Nobbs" (Ms. Close) is a diminutive, constrained waiter, so entrenched in her male masquerade, that the slightest aberration, untoward gesture could trigger a massive shattering of the vitrine she has entombed her shunned, stunted femininity ; her frigid rigidity is detrimental to the development of her character...

TWO & 1/2 STARS!!
***For full review please visit peneflix.com
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Written January 30, 2012
It was really good.

by HairDaryl

This movie was really great, if you like period pieces (which I do). My only complaint is... it was not at all what the trailers made it seem like it was about. So much more to it than that. Then there is the ending.... it was not where I think the movie should have gone. I was hoping for the exact opposite, but you know... I can't always have my way :(

It is worth seeing and if you like period movies, you will enjoy it. Glenn Close is great, really everyone's acting was superb, Just the movie storyline will keep it from winning everything.
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So-so
Written February 14, 2012
Remains of the Day meets Ballad of Little Joe

by allison63

This movie was incredibly predictable yet hypnotically interesting. Glen Close's dead pan performance is frustratingly void of emotion, yet that is precisely what makes it so hypnotic. You cant wait for her to break down or implode . The best actress in this film is her supporting actress( Janet McTeer ) who plays the role with all the emotion you would expect of the title character.I would recommend this movie soley on it's Oscar nomination merit , otherwise I would suggest it for rental.
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Written February 7, 2012
Good Movie with a good story.

by buffetfan1102

Glenn Cloe was super. I hope she wins best actress. Good story. A movie you would enjoy. Although I thought her identity would be more of conversation in the movie.
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Written February 8, 2012
Albert Nobbs

by superracer

Not a movie for everyone. If you enjoy superb acting, with little bit of humor, some drama sprinkled in, some periods of sadness and good character studies in a period piece, you will thoroughly enjoy this movie. I predict that this movie will become a study piece for all Actors' Studio participants.

I can not remember in recent times having seen on the screen or on the stage anything like this production and historically it must be treated in a class by itself as there is nothing previously produced that it can be compared to.

I realize that this was not an expensive film to make, but the fact that any financing for it was made available is remarkable in today's financially restrictive environment.
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Written January 29, 2012
this is a must see movie

by shah11417

one of the best movies so far..glenn close's performance was stellar. She was so convincing that you forgot that she was a female living as a man. she should win best actress for this role.
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Written February 11, 2012
Another good period-piece movie.

by Squirrel Dude

When I first saw the trailer "Albert Nobbs," I was surprised that was Glenn Close! I didn't recognize her! Her performance is well done; but her supporting fellow actress, Janet Mcteer was even better! If you haven't seen it, but will; I won't mention who she is (if you don't know) but you'll take notice of her performance as well. The song by Sinead O' Conner is a beautiful melody for this movie.
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So-so
Written February 6, 2012
An Odd But Worthwhile Gender Confused Character Study.

by Alon Patterson

This is one of those eclectic films which barely appeals to an exhibition audience large enough to justify more than just a few screens. In other words, it's definitely not for everyone. Ms. Close turns in a respectable effort here but her characterization of Albert is far too weak to admire to any degree. Acknowledging the difficulties in successfully accomplishing cross-gender roles, Close does bring substance to what is otherwise a most dull screenplay. Typically, period costume dramas attempt greater audience penetration than this. After viewing this film, I can understand the decision not to in this case. Is this a bad film? No. Is it a good one? Not really. You'd do well to wait for the DVD, cable or stream. It's not really worth the cost of today's sky high ticket prices but you might not feel shortchanged at a matinee price. See it if you've no other reason but to enjoy something outside the mainstream. It's not disappointing but far from thoroughly entertaining.
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Written March 31, 2012
Albert Nobbs

by tamikenyon

I really liked the film. I thought Glen Close was terrific! I loved the costumes and the period sets used in the movie. Great story line. Moving, funny, heartbreaking, poignant scenes!
My only negative comment would be that during much of the film,(especially during quiet and poignant scenes) we had to hear the overbearing, loud, thumping action noise from the Theater box next door to ours. I tried putting my hand over the ear that was closest to that adjoining wall, but to no avail) Management should have planned the arrangement of the film showings and been mindful of the loud noise bleeding into nearby walls.
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Written February 22, 2012
Close Encounter of the Male Kind

by Ohbewood

Glenn Close is wonderful in this part playing Albert and she should get the(Oops, we should have given it to her for Fatal Attraction) Oscar this time. This is a period piece that is not goiing to be a hit among younger viewers. It goes on for about 15 minutes too long as well.
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