Away from Her is a story of love, loss and sacrifice

Away from Her

Director: Sarah Polly

Cast: Julie Christie, Michael Murphy, Gordon Pinsent, Olympia Dukakis

The wonderful Christie brings another outstanding performance to the screen in this emotion-charged story of love, loss and sacrifice.

She plays Fiona, a wife suffering from Alzheimer’s disease who, in a nursing home, transfers her affection to another man, leaving her husband to face difficult and heart-breaking decisions.

It is a gently-handled film enhanced by key performances from a terrific cast who approach the subject of loss and happiness with sympathy and understanding.

Star Rating: 4/5