About Winter's Tale

Winter's Tale released in 2014 is a supernatural fantasy film based on Mark Helprin's 1983 novel of the same name. Directed by Akiva Goldsman, this film tells a story of love and justice transcending both time and the earthly sphere.

The plot revolves around Peter Lake (Colin Farrell), a master mechanic and skilled middle-aged burglar in New York, who falls in love with a dying young woman, Beverly Penn (Jessica Brown Findlay). Peter, while attempting to rob Beverly's house, shares an unbreakable bond with her. Peter later learns that he possesses the gift of reincarnation, which leads him through different time periods, fighting against his evil archenemy Pearly Soames (Russell Crowe). The movie thrives on showcasing better aspects of humanity through profound love and miracle.

Making / Production

Winter's Tale is the directorial debut of Akiva Goldsman. The film cost approximately $75 million to produce and was shot in New York City. It took nearly 30 years to bring the novel to the big screen, overcoming a series of challenges, from securing funding to adapting the complex narrative of the original source material for a screenplay.

Actors

• Colin Farrell as Peter Lake - Farrell brings out Lake's torment and passion, expressing the struggle for justice and love despite his criminal background.
• Jessica Brown Findlay as Beverly Penn - Findlay performs the role of a terminally ill young woman with depth and vulnerability. Her chemistry with Farrell paints a beautiful picture of undying love.
• Russell Crowe as Pearly Soames - Crowe impeccably plays the villain, showcasing a perfect blend of menace and vengefulness as the demonic figure.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is based on Mark Helprin's 1983 novel, which is 673 pages long.
• The white horse featured in the film is a symbol of hope and miracles, seen throughout the narrative.
• This was the first movie Goldsman directed, having been a successful screenwriter before.

Quotes

• "What if, once upon a time, there were no stars in the sky at all? What if the stars are not what we think? What if the light from afar doesn't come from the rays of distant suns but from our wings as we turn into angels?"- Peter Lake
• "I've been blackening souls and crushing miracles for a long time now." - Pearly Soames

Music and Soundtrack

• The film score is composed by Rupert Gregson-Williams and Hans Zimmer. Their melancholy and romantic compositions add a layer of depth to the story.
• Well-known music artists contributed to the soundtrack, including Alan Doyle of the band Great Big Sea and JT Daly of the band Paper Route.
• The soundtrack features a mix of pop songs and orchestral scores, providing an atmospheric backdrop to the time-travel and supernatural themes of the movie.