15 best films about writers

1. Hunger

Sult

• Denmark, Sweden, Norway, 1966.
• Drama, art house.
• Duration: 111 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.9.

The action takes place in 1890 in Christiania (now Oslo, Norway). The protagonist - the poor and starving writer Pontus, who roams the streets in search of food, work and inspiration.

The most famous work of Danish director Henning Carlsen, based on a novel by Norwegian writer Knut Hamsun. World critics admit this brilliant painting a vivid example of social realism in film, and in Denmark, "Hunger" is considered to be an instant classic.

2. The color of Pomegranates

• USSR, 1968.
• Biographical film, art house.
• Duration: 79 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.7.

Surreal kinopritcha tells about Armenian poet Sayat-Nova: he grows up, falls in love, goes to the convent, and dies.

One of the greatest masterpieces of the cinema of the XX century, and perhaps the most unusual biographical picture you've ever seen. Directed by Sergei Paradjanov - a bright representative of the "new Soviet wave" - ​​put a brave cinematic experiment to the USSR. The plot of the film is applied allegorically, through visual images: color, dance, music and mime.

Even the decision on the selection of the actors here are unusual. Amazing Sophiko Chiaureli starred in as many as six roles - both male and female.

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3. Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love

• United Kingdom, United States, 1998.
• Drama, romance, comedy.
• Duration: 123 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.1.

1593, London. In the center of the narrative - William Shakespeare, the young playwright. He falls in love with a beautiful one-Viola de Lesseps, a big fan of his work. Viola wants to be an actress, but in the XVI century, women are forbidden to go on stage.

To enter the world of theater, she dresses in men's clothing. Meanwhile, William's feelings to the Viola are reflected in the works and is slowly but surely turning into a familiar story all about Romeo and Juliet.

The film realistically transferred to the historical atmosphere of the Elizabethan era, but the actor playing Shakespeare Joseph Fiennes perfectly managed to breathe in the monolithic image of the great poet's life. The film was awarded all kinds of prizes, including - seven awards "Oscar".

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4. Clock

The Hours

• US, UK, 2002.
• Drama.
• Duration: 114 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,6.

The film tells about one day in the life of three different women suffering from depression or despair. Virginia Woolf, a great British writer, faced with the creative in 1923 crisis. Nearly three decades later, the American housewife Laura reads Woolf novel "Mrs. Dalloway." And in this century the New York editor Clarissa takes care of his dying of AIDS former lover.

Poignant and complex history, which poses the question of spectator of what is right: to live for the sake of their own happiness, or to devote himself to caring for the welfare of others. Mature direction and luxury the cast (Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep) in the amount given absolute masterpiece.

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5. on the sidelines

Sideways

• United States, 2004.
• Tragicomedy.
• Duration: 123 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,5.

Writer-loser and wine connoisseur Miles Raymond, along with his best friend Jack Cole travels to famous California vineyards. They will celebrate the last week of bachelorhood Jack and how to think about where to lead their life paths.

Glamorous movie on the eternal theme of midlife crisis. Of the five nominations for "Oscar" film took only one award - for the best adaptation of the novel into a screenplay. Awards, but really funny that, thanks to the popularity of this picture jumped grapes Pinot noir.

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6. Capote

Capote

• USA, Canada, 2005.
• Historical drama.
• Duration: 114 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,4.

famous writer Truman Capote, Author of "Breakfast at Tiffany's", recognizes the cold-blooded murder of a family in Kansas. Inspired to write about this case, the book, he, along with his childhood friend Harper Lee went to Kansas. There the writer provide the opportunity of a personal meeting with the accused in the crime.

Biographical debut director Bennett Miller has received numerous awards, including for best actor. Interestingly, in the same year, by chance, I got one more story of Capote - film double "notoriety."

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7. Lovers Cafe de Flore

Les amants du Flore

• France, 2006.
• Biographical drama.
• Duration: 104 minutes.
• IMDb: 6,6.

Simone de Beauvoir, a student at the Sorbonne, meets a young philosopher Sartre, who rejects the idea of ​​traditional marriage. And they build creative polygamous union based on mutual trust.

A biopic about the painful and voluptuous relations Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre. More awakens interest in their personalities, rather than to the philosophical writings.

8. My Boy Jack

My Boy Jack

• United Kingdom, 2007.
• Biopic, drama, historical film.
• Duration: 93 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,2

True story of writer Rudyard Kipling and his son John, nicknamed "Jack". Patriot Kipling wants Jack served in the army, but that does not take into the army because of severe myopia. Famous writer uses all his influence to his son finally sent to the front. But after some time, the family learns that Jack is missing.

Despite a modest budget, "My Boy Jack" got its share of positive reviews from critics. It is recommended to look for all fans of "Harry Potter": the role of the young Lieutenant Jack Daniel Radcliffe has played during the break between the fifth and sixth films Harry Potter.

9. Saving Mr. Banks

Saving Mr. Banks

• US, UK, Australia, 2013.
• Biographical film, a tragicomedy.
• Duration: 125 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,5.

Walt Disney wants to acquire the film rights to "Mary Poppins." After twenty years of persuasion writer Pamela Travers, on the verge of ruin, finally agrees to come to Los Angeles to hear the ideas of Walt. Their conflict is accompanied by a flashback to the past Pamela, where lies the truth about where the characters come from her books.

Enjoy a film in which equally united sad and funny. A tragicomic duo Emma Thompson Tom Hanks charms the glance. The picture is full of allusions to the book as a "Mary Poppins" and the eponymous Disney picture in 1964.

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10. Genius

Genius

• US, UK, 2016.
• Drama.
• Duration: 104 minutes.
• IMDb: 6,6.

The story of the uneasy friendship editor Maxwell Perkins and writer Thomas Wolfe. Perkins agrees to publish the book novice writer on the condition that he will strongly reduce their impressive work.

Biographical drama, raises important ethical question: Is editorial changes to improve the material or, on the contrary, taking from the author's originality? Although the film has both strengths and weaknesses, you can watch it at least for the sake of acting.

Jude Law is perfect in the role of an eccentric scribbler, and Colin Firth is organic in a familiar way of scrupulous gentleman lost his headgear.

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11. End of tour

The End of the Tour

• United States, 2015.
• Drama.
• Duration: 106 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,3.

The plot - a five-day interview with a famous writer David Foster Wallace, Which he gave to Rolling Stone magazine reporter David Lipsky immediately after the publication of his novel "Infinite Jest."

Smart picture with elements of road movie about how two completely different people - one creative, the other more rational - trying to learn each other. A duo cast Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg certainly be for many viewers unexpected but pleasant find.

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12. Goodbye, Christopher Robin

Goodbye Christopher Robin

• United Kingdom, 2017.
• Biographical drama.
• Duration: 107 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,1

The history of relations of the author "Winnie the Pooh"Alan Milne and his son Christopher Robin. Senior Milne - a war veteran. And long walks in the woods with his son, during which they make up stories about the teddy bear to help him cope with traumatic memories.

Later, these fantasies grow into a whole book about Winnie the Pooh and his friends, which becomes incredibly successful. Simultaneously fame comes to the little Christopher Robin. However, the boy really does not want the glory, because his only desire - to communicate more with my dad.

Traditional drama for the most curious book lovers who are interested in the whole lowdown birth to light their favorite works. Separately, I want to praise the actor's game: Domhnall Gleeson suffered a convincing on-screen experience emotionally injured person. And Margot Robbie is good in a very appropriate role she suffers from loneliness beautiful wife of the writer.

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13. Be Astrid Lindgren

unga Astrid

• Sweden, Denmark, 2018.
• Biographical drama.
• Duration: 123 minutes.
• IMDb: 7,2.

Biographical films about difficult youth Swedish writer Astrid Lindgren, creator of the favorite of children and Pippi LongstockingCarlson, who lives on the roof, Emil i Lönneberga and many other characters.

In this film, the writer appears in an unusual manner. Instead, an elderly Scandinavian fairy viewer sees tangled young little girl, who is just beginning his career. The film also looks strong and very relevant statement on the topic of emancipation.

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14. The Happy Prince

The Happy Prince

• UK, Germany, 2018.
• Biopic, Drama.
• Duration: 105 minutes.
• IMDb: 6,3.

The history of the last days Oscar Wilde. Lying on his deathbed, the great writer, with his usual irony recalls his difficult life.

The film received mostly positive reviews, talks about the dark side of genius, the main wealth of life which has always been and remains the love.

The main role in the film played Rupert Everett, who once also played in the film adaptation of the play Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest."

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15. The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

Le scaphandre et le papillon

• France, USA, 2007.
• Biopic, Drama.
• Duration: 112 minutes.
• IMDb: 8,0.

The plot is the autobiographical book by the French editor Jean-Dominique Bauby, who at age 43 was almost completely paralyzed due to a stroke. The only moving part of his body remains left eye. It gives Jean-Dominique able to communicate using a special alphabet.

Poignant story about the agony of the writer, locked in his own body, has earned well-deserved praise from critics and has collected many awards. For the role of Jean-Dominique Bauby Mathieu Amalric he received his second award "Cesar".

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