I've Heard The Mermaids Singing (1987) [US-Version, Regio 1/ A]
I've Heard The Mermaids Singing (1987)

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Release date: 13/Sep/2022

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Sales Rank:	#1298 in Other Movies #1606 in Movies

Style:	Other Movies

Product No.:	2100628519

Number of discs:	1

Original language:	English (ENG)

Description:	Socially and physically awkward secretarial temp/wannabe photographer Polly Vandersma (Sheila McCarthy) was thrilled to have been placed with a ritzy Toronto art gallery. As she tries to emulate and be noticed by her sophisticated new employer (Paule Baillargeon), however, she'll find her fantasy expectations and the real world on a collision course. Patricia Rozema's winning indie comedy also stars Ann-Marie MacDonald, Richard Monette. 83 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. "I've Heard The Mermaids Singing" (1987) is a celebrated Canadian film directed by Patricia Rozema, now available on Blu-Ray from Kino Lorber. This whimsical and poignant comedy-drama tells the story of Polly, an eccentric and imaginative secretary who becomes entangled in the world of art and self-discovery when she starts working at a small Toronto gallery. The film is renowned for its unique narrative voice, visual inventiveness, and heartfelt exploration of creativity and identity. Kino Lorber is a distinguished distributor known for bringing classic, independent, and international films to home audiences with high-quality restorations. Their commitment to cinematic excellence ensures that "I've Heard The Mermaids Singing" receives the attention it deserves on Blu-Ray. The cast features Sheila McCarthy as Polly Vandersma; her performance won her critical acclaim including Genie Awards recognition. McCarthy has enjoyed a prolific career in Canadian cinema with roles in "Die Hard 2," "Little Mosque on the Prairie," and numerous stage productions. Director Patricia Rozema made her feature debut with this film?her later works include "Mansfield Park" (1999), episodes of HBO?s ?Tell Me You Love Me,? and ?Into the Forest? (2015). Ann-Marie MacDonald plays Gabrielle St. Peres; she is also an acclaimed novelist ("Fall On Your Knees") and playwright ("Goodnight Desdemona"). Together with Cynthia Preston as Mary Josephson?a versatile actress known for TV series like "General Hospital"?the ensemble brings depth to this charming tale about finding one?s artistic voice.

Actors:	Sheila McCarthy

Director:	Patricia Rozema

Manufacturer No.:	738329260187

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