Finding Neverland

Secret Cinephile Score:  89
1 line takeaway:  A calm, charming and moving film about what it is to be a child.

An understated but powerful film. Focusing on the evolution of Peter Pan through the evolving and sometimes troubled relationship of the author J.M Barrie.

A mix of contained acting style, excellent location and set design and a sympathetic script mean the has a genuinely Edwardian feel. A mix of refined splendor, private uncertainties against the backdrop of a changing society.

The final scene between Barrie and Peter is one of the most beautiful performances I have seen Depp give. Certainly worth spending 90 minutes of your time and proves (as if it were necessary) that Johnny Depp is much more than Captain Jack Sparrow. A courageous and still undervalued actor. Well worth watching.

Available Media:  DVD buy/stream  Cast Recording