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Just as Revolutionary Road did back in 2008, Blue Valentine traces a relationship from when the initial sparks fly between Dean (Ryan Gosling) and Cindy (Michelle Williams), all the way through to the point when Cindy cuts herself off from the man that was once her everything. Back in their early twenties, Dean and Cindy fell head over heels in love and when Cindy discovered she was pregnant, getting married seemed like a no-brainer. But over six years, the romance has disappeared from their relationship as the realities of making ends meet and taking care of their daughter has gradually caused their relationship to disintegrate. Blue Valentine is an observational piece that may not have action aplenty, but its two leads turn in performances that make audiences relate and sympathise with both characters. It transitions between the past and present seamlessly, almost trying to ascertain where this marriage became toxic for Cindy and Dean.

Release Date: 22 June 2011

Rating: CTC

Stars: Ryan Gosling, Michelle Williams

Videology: Both Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams improvised most of their scenes.

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