I actually hated Briony more in the book.In the movie,I actually felt for her by the time Romola took over the role.Although I do remember in the book,I liked Old!Briony.
Also,maybe this is just my bad memory bc I read the book two years ago but in the book,wasn't it ambiguous whether Briony was in "love" with Robbie or not? I found it interesting that she just kind of states it in the movie.
So I watched Atonement for the second time on youtube after seeing it a month ago in theaters and I have to say i still had the same reaction.I still wept like a baby during the last 10 minutes.I'm still not crazy about Keira's performance but it only strengthened my love of James McAvoy.He'll def. have tough competition this award season but I think his performance was pretty much perfect.Every look he gives is haunting.I loved him before but even just seeing this a second time,it makes me love him even more...he's just one hell of an actor.
And I still love all three Brionys.I still don't know why Romola keeps getting looked over.I think she was just as strong as the the others.They're all brilliant!
I can understand why some people might not like the film but...I'd like to hear someone's explanation.Anyone on here care to share their reasons for not liking it? I'm just interested!