The Face of Love is a 2013 American romantic drama film directed by Arie Posin and starring Annette Bening and Ed Harris. It tells the story of Nikki (Bening), a recently widowed woman who begins a relationship with Tom (Harris), a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her late husband, Garrett (also played by Harris).
Nikki is initially hesitant to get involved with Tom, but she is drawn to him by his uncanny resemblance to Garrett. She also feels a connection to him that she has never felt with anyone else.
As Nikki and Tom's relationship deepens, Nikki begins to have doubts about Tom's true identity. She wonders if he is really Garrett reincarnated, or if he is simply a stranger who looks like her late husband.
The Face of Love is a complex and ambiguous film that explores the themes of love, loss, and identity. It is a film that will stay with you long after you watch it.
Plot summary:
- Nikki, a recently widowed woman, begins a relationship with Tom, a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her late husband, Garrett.
- Nikki is initially hesitant, but she is drawn to Tom by his resemblance to Garrett and their shared connection.
- As the relationship deepens, Nikki begins to have doubts about Tom's identity.
- She wonders if he is really Garrett reincarnated, or if he is simply a stranger who looks like her late husband.
- The film explores the themes of love, loss, and identity, and it is a film that will stay with you long after you watch it.
The Face of Love was met with mixed reviews from critics, but Bening's performance was widely praised. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $16 million against a budget of $4 million.
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Cast
- Annette Bening as Nikki
- Ed Harris as Tom/Garrett
- Robin Williams as Roger
- Amy Brenneman as Ann, Tom's ex-wife
- Jess Weixler as Summer
- Linda Park as Jan
- Jeffrey Vincent Parise
- Kim Farris as Hostess
- Leah Shaw as Farmers market shopper
- Chelsea O'Connor as Gallery Waitress
- Deana Molle' as Couple #2
- Yuki Bird as Waitress
Director: Arie Posin
Writers: Arie Posin, Matthew McDuffie
Box Office Gross: $1,806,548
Distributor: IFC Films
Release Date: October 25, 2013