A Room with a View (movie) facts for kids
A Room with a View is a popular British romantic drama movie from 1985. It is based on a famous book by E.M. Forster with the same name. The movie was directed by James Ivory and produced by Ismail Merchant. It tells a story set in the early 1900s, taking place in beautiful Florence, Italy, and then in the countryside of Surrey, England. The movie stars well-known actors like Helena Bonham Carter, Maggie Smith, Julian Sands, Denholm Elliott, Daniel Day-Lewis, Judi Dench, and Simon Callow.
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About the Movie
A Room with a View is a special kind of movie called a romantic drama. It explores themes of love, freedom, and following your heart. The movie shows how people's lives can change when they experience new places and meet different kinds of people. It was very popular when it came out and won many awards.
Story Setting
The story of A Room with a View begins in 1907. A young English woman named Lucy Honeychurch travels to Florence, Italy, with her older cousin, Charlotte Bartlett. They are looking forward to their trip. They stay at a hotel where they hope to have a room with a nice view of the city.
Florence, Italy
Florence is a very old and artistic city in Italy. It is known for its beautiful buildings, art, and history. In the movie, Florence represents excitement and new experiences for Lucy. She meets interesting people there who challenge her ideas about life and love. The city's beauty helps her to see the world in a new way.
Surrey, England
After their time in Italy, Lucy and Charlotte return to their home in Surrey, England. Surrey is a green and quiet county near London. Life in Surrey is very different from Florence. It is more traditional and follows strict social rules. Lucy has to decide if she will follow the expectations of her family and society or if she will follow her own feelings and the lessons she learned in Italy.
Main Characters
The movie has many memorable characters. They each play a part in Lucy's journey of self-discovery.
Lucy Honeychurch
Lucy Honeychurch, played by Helena Bonham Carter, is the main character. She is a young woman who is trying to figure out what she wants in life. She starts out as a quiet and proper English lady. Her trip to Italy and the people she meets there help her to become more independent and brave.
George Emerson
George Emerson, played by Julian Sands, is a young man Lucy meets in Florence. He is different from the people Lucy usually knows. He is more open and honest about his feelings. George helps Lucy to see that there is more to life than just following rules.
Charlotte Bartlett
Charlotte Bartlett, played by Maggie Smith, is Lucy's older cousin and travel companion. She is very proper and tries to make sure Lucy always behaves correctly. Charlotte often tries to control situations, but she also cares deeply for Lucy.
Other Important Characters
- Denholm Elliott plays Mr. Emerson, George's father. He is a kind and wise man who encourages Lucy to be true to herself.
- Daniel Day-Lewis plays Cecil Vyse, Lucy's fiancé in England. He is educated and refined, but perhaps not the right match for Lucy's changing heart.
- Judi Dench plays Miss Lavish, a novelist who is also staying at the hotel in Florence. She is a free-spirited woman who enjoys life and art.
- Simon Callow plays the Reverend Arthur Beebe, a friendly and observant clergyman who is also in Florence and later in Surrey.
Awards and Recognition
A Room with a View was a very successful movie. It won several important awards.
Academy Awards
The movie won three Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars. These awards are given for excellence in movies. The awards it won were for:
- Best Adapted Screenplay (for the script based on the book)
- Best Art Direction (for the sets and scenery)
- Best Costume Design (for the clothes the characters wore)
Other Awards
The movie also won awards from other groups, including:
- BAFTA Awards (British Academy Film Awards)
- Golden Globe Awards
These awards show that the movie was highly praised by critics and audiences around the world. It is still considered a classic film today.
