Comments for THE VINTNER'S LUCK: A Tale of Two Actors, Part 2 of a 3 Part Series at http://themovie-fanatic.com , comment 1 to 4 out of 4 comments http://themovie-fanatic.com Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:35:25 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://themovie-fanatic.com/exclusive_articles/film_focus/vintnersluck_part2/#comment-4858 I have to agree with the notion that the details of Sobran's life all faded in comparison with the all-consuming presence of Xas, and I think Knox intended this. His greatest redeeming feature is the angel in his life and I fell in love with him almost because Xas had done so. - Andrew Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:28:07 +0100 http://themovie-fanatic.com/exclusive_articles/film_focus/vintnersluck_part2/#comment-1666 Yes Elle! and thanks. I think we need to promote this upcoming movie not only because the book rocks but because the cast, its director and everything associated with the movie are first-rate! Hi Joseph! I also agree with you about Sobran's relevance and how his character really helped make this book one of the best I've read in years. Sobran is as complex a character as Xas, even perhaps more complicated in the sense that he has to deal with so many issues- business, family, Xas, his own self-identity issues... I'm really looking forward to this movie. - jedmed Sun, 22 Jun 2008 12:21:09 +0100 http://themovie-fanatic.com/exclusive_articles/film_focus/vintnersluck_part2/#comment-1662 I'm eagerly anticipating the film version of The Vintner's Luck--Elizabeth Knox's novel is unquestionably one of the best I've ever read, and I'm literally over the moon about the casting: both Gaspard Ulliel and Jérémie Renier are perfectly cast. I do have to disagree with Auerbach's take on Sobran: I found his journey and complexities to be equally as compelling as the character of Xas, and, in a way, more complex, as he is constantly forced to reconsider conceptions and ideas he'd held since a young man, as his relationship with Xas forces him to discovers truths about himself and those he loves. - Joseph Sat, 21 Jun 2008 23:58:36 +0100 http://themovie-fanatic.com/exclusive_articles/film_focus/vintnersluck_part2/#comment-1610 I adored the book. I'm already captivated by the idea of the film and am looking so forward to seeing this movie. Thanks for this great review of the leads, Jed. Knowing more about them will certainly enrich the viewing experience. - Elle Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:40:29 +0100