"Autumn Crocus" is a British film that at times seems to draw attention to the stereotype that Brits are horrid world travelers who expect every country to act just like the UK! It surprised me and the same sort of thing is shown in "Shirley Valentine" (1989). And, in fact, the two films are similar in several other ways.
Two spinster school teachers decide to step out of their comfort zone and go abroad for their vacations. One is the stereotypical 'ugly Brit', as Edith complains about nearly everything. On the other hand, her younger companion, Jenny, seems to enjoy her travels. The story mostly focuses on their experiences staying in a small Austrian village in the Tyrolian mountains...where Jenny eventually falls in love. Naturally, this love has a BIG problem.
I was very impressed by the Welsh actor, Ivor Novello, in the male lead. Despite not being the least bit Austrian, he sure did a great job with his accent. Plus, when he spoke some German, he sounded German...at least to me! His acting style was also likable...very carefree and natural.
Overall, this is a very well acted and enjoyable film. Additionally, the mountain scenery is lovely and evocative. Well worth seeing.
There is great irony that this film so glorifies the quaint and charming Tyrolians considering only five years later, the UK and Austria would be at war with each other. Sad...but ironic. And, considering this, I strongly doubt if the film was re-released during these war years!
Two spinster school teachers decide to step out of their comfort zone and go abroad for their vacations. One is the stereotypical 'ugly Brit', as Edith complains about nearly everything. On the other hand, her younger companion, Jenny, seems to enjoy her travels. The story mostly focuses on their experiences staying in a small Austrian village in the Tyrolian mountains...where Jenny eventually falls in love. Naturally, this love has a BIG problem.
I was very impressed by the Welsh actor, Ivor Novello, in the male lead. Despite not being the least bit Austrian, he sure did a great job with his accent. Plus, when he spoke some German, he sounded German...at least to me! His acting style was also likable...very carefree and natural.
Overall, this is a very well acted and enjoyable film. Additionally, the mountain scenery is lovely and evocative. Well worth seeing.
There is great irony that this film so glorifies the quaint and charming Tyrolians considering only five years later, the UK and Austria would be at war with each other. Sad...but ironic. And, considering this, I strongly doubt if the film was re-released during these war years!