A Movie Review: Carol

Carol. It has been awhile since I saw this film, but I just can't get over how lovely the movie is. The movie has taken on a fairy tale resonance with me. The love affair between Carol (Cate Blanchett) and Therese (Rooney Mara) is beautifully told.

Carol and Theresa meet at a department store. Theresa works in the toy department. Carol is looking for a Christmas gift. There is immediate attraction. Carol on the sly leaves behind her gloves while ordering a train set. Theresa takes the opportunity to connect with Carol. There are complications. Both are in relationships with men. Carol is married with a child, but has had previous relationships with women. Theresa has a boyfriend.

I love the interactions between Carol and Theresa. Theresa is much younger and to some degree much more timid about moving forward with the relationship. Carol is more aggressive in a subtle way. Outside influences play a significant role in their relationship and the way the must navigate through this breaks the heart.