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The Miracle Club (2023)@andreseloy581553d

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The Miracle Club begins by introducing us to its main protagonists who reside in 1967 in a neighborhood on the outskirts of Dublin, as they go about their quiet, routine lives.

Lily (Maggie Smith) frequently comes by to lay flowers for her son Declan Fox who drowned in the sea four decades ago at the age of 19.

Then Chrissie (Laura Linney) arrives in the neighborhood to attend the funeral and burial of a close relative, having left forty years ago to live in the United States.

Her surprise arrival coincides with the celebration of the Holy Cross Talent Contest organized by the priest Dermot (Mark O'Halloran).

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The most coveted prize is a trip to Lourdes to visit its Basilica, with the hope and illusion of witnessing a miracle.

A dramatic comedy tone is immediately apparent from the script based on a story by Jimmy Smallhorne, which portrays the small community eager to break out of the inertia of their bland lives.

The plot focuses on the emotions and complex relationships between its characters, which it dissects in a measured way as the action progresses.

Different anecdotes feed the plot of this contained drama where the main protagonists are women, who live in the shadow of a traditional, religious and bland community, well set and portrayed.

The editing of El club de los milagros is well paced, although in its first sequences it suffers from a lack of precision, which creates a certain confusion of characters, which later, fortunately, if we pay the necessary attention, becomes clearer and clearer.

It is an acceptable film in its good intentions, but without shining beyond its complacency with an appreciative audience predisposed to the action and thematic that announces the title of the film.

The final twist of the plot leaves a sweetish aftertaste that can become a bit tiresome to viewers, who would have liked a less good-natured approach with a more elaborate ending.

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›The Miracle Club - Creating the miracle instead of waiting for it@cute-cactus820d
I watched the 2023 film The Miracle Club, a successful depiction of the miracle-oriented journey of a group of women in the Irish town of Ballygar to feel free, and my first impression is that the film contains some social messages, but also offers a pleasant viewing pleasure with the warm atmosphere it creates.
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First of all, I would like to talk about the struggle of a group of women of different age groups to get away from the daily routine of life and to feel free. I liked the way the story is told through the women who are friends and neighbors of each other, the story of fatigue, illness, unfulfilled expectations and most importantly, the story of getting away from the place where they do not feel free.

In addition to the sacrifice and risk that each character took in creating their own miracle, the reasons why they all met under the name of freedom were the same. Even though their expectations for a miracle varied, they perfectly reflected the strong personalities who proved that they were capable of meeting in the same story and complementing each other's shortcomings.

When the place where the expected miracle was sought was the spiritual values they believed in, the exploitation of faith by people was the most effective part of the movie in my opinion. When the exploitation of faith turned into material exploitation, the scenes where some characters rebelled against what was happening were the most valuable moments of the movie.
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Maggie Smith, who gives life to the character of Lily Fox, who chooses to confess and ask for forgiveness for the lives she has turned upside down, shows the kind of behavior that can set an example for many of us. Lily, my favorite character in the movie, was like a visual proof that it is never too late for anything. Of course, it is necessary to add years of experience to this.

The other thing I liked about The Miracle Club was the change between the atmosphere the characters create in the town of Ballygar and the atmosphere they create after their journey. The characters are the same, but thanks to the change in their perspectives; each of them had already managed to create their own miracle. This success can be considered as the most valuable reflection of the movie.

The transformation of sacred places into commercial places with the expectation of miracles and the expectation of people to make financial sacrifices despite their economic difficulties seems to remain as the kind of story that will not change. As in The Miracle Club, the bitter reality, which is the subject of some movies, continues and seems to continue. I would like to say that I find the movie valuable in this sense as well.
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The movie offers thought-provoking scenes in order to understand people's longing for freedom in places where conservative and social pressure is high, and to feel freedom as much as possible, even if it is for a few hours or a few days, using every possible journey as an excuse. In many ways, I recommend watching The Miracle Club. Seeing life stories added to the warm atmosphere created can offer alternative perspectives, and these new perspectives can have a positive impact on your own life story.

Thank you for being here and reading. I wish everyone who will watch it a good time and have a good weekend.
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›Heartwarming—Review Of The Miracle Club (2023)@kemmyb968d
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It's been a while since I've seen the iconic Maggie Smith in a movie. I loved her acting in the Downton Abbey series so seeing her picture on this film poster, I made up my mind to watch this recent release. The title makes me think it's going to have a religious theme and I guessed right. It's a period sort of film set in Ireland, 1967. That's a bit olden days and the settings align with the lifestyle of that time.

The Miracle Club (2023) is about four women who desperately need a miracle. The movie's opening scene focuses on Lily Fox (played by Maggie Smith) who visits the memorial site of her late son, Declan, by the seaside. The scene changes. Lily, her friend, Eileen (played by Kathy Bates) and Dolly (played by Agnes O'Casey) participate in a talent contest at their local parish for a ticket to Lourdes, a pilgrimage site in France. The contest doubles as a sort of wake keep for their recently departed friend, Maureen.

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When Maureen's daughter, Chrissie (played by Laura Linney), shows up at the talent show, Lily and Eileen turn up their noses at her because she'd been gone from the community for many years and only returned after her mother's death. Dolly, who is much younger than the other two women, inquires to know why they give Chrissie the cold shoulder. These women must face their past and reconcile it with their present as they journey to Lourdes together. Why did Chrissie stay away from the community for many years? What grudges do the older women have against her? Will their pilgrimage to Lourdes give them the miracle they seek?

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I wasn't expecting anything action-packed, fast-paced or thrilling when I picked this film. I mean, two of the main cast are elderly women! I'm trying to say The Miracle Club is a mellow and heartwarming story. The plot is good and gives the audience the vibes of home, faith, life and reality. The storytelling is great in my opinion. Each character has their arc with satisfying endings so it's easy to relate to their struggles. The intertwining of faith matters with personal and emotional dramas makes this a film anyone can watch.

The cast's acting is excellent. The main characters breathe life into the film, taking the audience on a touching journey of faith, love, and forgiveness. In the beginning, it's not clear how the story would unfold, so we watch with much expectation. Towards the middle, everything is out there and the end is easily predictable. Still, I enjoyed how the subplots are neatly tied up at the end and the emotional impact is strongly conveyed. The women were after a miracle but what they truly need is acceptance of all that had happened and how wrong it was to judge anyone in any situation.

As pointed out earlier, the setting is in 1967 Ireland so it's a little old-fashioned. I love the rhythm of the neighbourhood. It's quaint, warm and inviting; a kind of community where everyone knows everyone else's business. There's kinship and support among the people but gossip also reigns which is typical and very destructive.

The cinematography is top-notch. I enjoyed the scenery of both Dublin and Lourdes in France. The beautiful views of the Irish sea, the cliffs and rocks surrounding it, as well as the small blocks of houses and scenes of the Basilica, demonstrate the meticulous attention to detail in creating these visuals.

Overall, The Miracle Club is a fine film worth watching, especially for people who enjoy introspective movies. I'll give it 3 stars out of 5.

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