Love Liza
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- Released
- 14/07/2003
- Film and TV Genre
- Comedy, Drama
- Video Format
- NTSCPAL
- DVD Region
- 2 (will only play on Region 2 and Multi-Region DVD players)
Description
Wilson Joel's (Philip Seymour Hoffman) wife Liza has committed suicide, leaving behind a note that he can't bear to read. He tries to go about his usual routine, but when his coworkers start to worry about his erratic behavior, they convince him to take a leave of absence to deal with his loss. Liza's mother (Kathy Bates) offers support to Wilson, but when she finds out that he won't open the note, their relationship turns sour. Wilson's life becomes even more tragic when he begins sniffing gasoline as a means to dull his pain, explaining his gas consumption as the result of his interest in model airplanes. A film about grief that provides no easy answers, LOVE LIZA showcases an exceptionally strong lead performance by Hoffman. Wilson's misguided grieving process may be difficult viewing for some, especially during moments which come off as absurdly comic (cued by Jim O'Rourke's superb bossa nova-influenced score). But under the direction of first-timer Todd Louiso, this very subtle and deliberately paced work will reward anyone willing to go to the often uncomfortable places it reaches. The strikingly original screenplay by Gordy Hoffman (brother of the film's star) was the winner of the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the 2002 Sundance Film Festival.
Plot Synopsis
The story of Wilson Joel who's life was turned upside down following his wife's suicide. In an attempt to forget the past Wilson embarks on a destructive journey of self-denial...
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Product Details
- Actors
- Director
- Todd Louiso
- Year of release
- 2002
- Tags
- Audio Format
- Dolby Digital Stereo - English, French
- Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 - English
- English Audio Commentary Dolby Digital
- Dolby Digital Stereo English
- Disc Features
- DVD-ROM Enhanced
- Interactive Menus
- Scene Selection
- Director Writer And Actor Commentary
- Filmographies
- Theatrical Trailer
- Weblink
- Anamorphic
- Aspect Ratio
- 1.85:1
- 1.85 Wide Screen
- Film Format
- Anamorphic
- Media Format
- DVD-Video
- Film Rating (Australia)
- MA15+
- Number of Discs
- 1
- Film Rating (UK)
- 15
- Run Time (minutes)
- 86
- Cast & Crew
- Lisa Rinzler (Director of Photography)
- Jim Czarnecki (Executive Producer)
- Chris Hanley (Producer)
- Fernando Sulichin (Producer)
- Jeff Roda (Producer)
- Ruth Charny (Producer)
- Gordy Hoffman (Screenwriter)
