Still Mine

102 minutes

CANADA

Still Mine is an exquisitely crafted and deeply affecting love story about a couple in their twilight years. Based on true events and laced with wry humour, STILL tells the heartfelt tale of Craig Morrison (James Cromwell), who comes up against the system when he sets out to build a more suitable house for his ailing wife Irene (Genevive Bujold). Although Morrison uses the same methods his father, an accomplished shipbuilder, taught him, times have changed. He quickly gets blindsided by local building codes and bureaucratic officials. As Irene becomes increasingly ill -- and amidst a series of stop-work orders -- Craig races to finish the house. Hauled into court and facing jail, Craig takes a final stance against all odds in a truly inspirational story.

96% on the CINEMETER

95% - Apr 7, 2013

This was a stunning movie, so queietly momentous that it left me speechless. Cromwell deserves accolades and/or an Oscar, and Bujold remains an under-appreciated actress.
Washington, DC Member

Amazing portrayal of strong inner character. Slowly paced but was important for the emotional feel of the story.
Washington, DC Member

Sweet, poignant and beautiful! Fabulous love story! Deeply moving and pertinent for people of my age!
Washington, DC Member

STL

99% - Apr 14, 2013

It is seldom we find a film that celebrates life in such a full form. We are the better for having seen it and can expect we can have a better life for having done so.
St. Louis Member

A beautiful and realistic portrayal of loss and the stages of grief that accompany it
St. Louis Member

An insightful portrayal of not only the usual problems of aging but also the progressive depersonalization that can occur as society‚Äôs institutions value policies and laws over common sense and logic.
St. Louis Member

96% - Mar 24, 2013

Thank you once again for a remarkable true-to-life movie in so many ways. The actors were natural, the decline of the wife accurately depcited, the farm life realistic. It meant a lot more knowing that it was based on a true story.
San Francisco Member

Beautiful, touching, inspriational. Life in the slow lane ain't so bad! ‚Ä¶
San Francisco Member

I like films that me me think and feel strongly. I can't remember when my tear ducts have gotten such a workout! A refreshing depiction of aging and independence.
San Francisco Member

99% - Apr 7, 2013

Two swans mated forever, beautifully - portrayed by consummate actors. Loved, loved this film.
Greater New Haven Member

Beautifully sensitive film about a tragic problem afflicting our aging population.
Greater New Haven Member

The best movie I have seen in a long, long time - this is how movies should be, instead of the crap (and that's being generous) we are generally exposed to in cinemas: though not here, of course!
Greater New Haven Member

MIL

100% - Apr 14, 2013

This is a beautiful love story--totally relatable regardless of age.
Milwaukee Member

Reminded me of another Canadian film. AWAY FROM HER. Plain spoken, sensible, warm.
Milwaukee Member

Tearful celebration of aging. Great acting!
Milwaukee Member

BOS

91% - Apr 7, 2013

A beautiful story of dignity, love and potency as one ages. Poignant but not at all cloying. Superbly drawn, acted, and film.
Boston Member

Such devotion between the older couple makes one hope for that in one's life.
Boston Member

Cromwell should get an Oscar for this role. He was superb. Consummate actor.
Boston Member

BOCA

96% - Feb 3, 2013

When you go to see the movie Amour you walk out thinking there is nothing more and it was depressing. When you come to see Still More you walk out and hope to live till a hundred and nine!!
Boca Raton Member

A story of life, determination and true grit.
Boca Raton Member

So nice to see more films directed toward a mature audience.
Boca Raton Member

ATL

94% - Apr 14, 2013

Beautiful! A perfect illustration of why no one should presume we know what is best for someone else--not the government, a child, a friend or a spouse.
Atlanta Member

A lovely quiet film that resonates with those who have lived long enough to understand and appreciate it.
Atlanta Member

Maybe the most touching and beautiful story I've seen in my 10 years with Cinema Club.
Atlanta Member

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