Some viewers found the film's exploration of social isolation and sensitive souls to be deeply resonant despite the critical reception.
“I found it beautiful, and haunting. The struggle of having a singular soul, and trying to force yourself to be happy in mindless society... struck a chord so deeply within me.” Rotten Tomatoes The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond (2008)
is a period drama directed by Jodie Markell that attempts to breathe life into a "long-lost" screenplay written by Tennessee Williams in 1957. Set in the 1920s American South, it follows Fisher Willow ( Bryce Dallas Howard ), a rebellious and unpopular socialite who hires Jimmy Dobyne ( Chris Evans ), the son of an alcoholic farmhand, to be her escort for the debutante season. Critical Consensus Some viewers found the film's exploration of social
The film received largely mixed to negative reviews, currently holding a on Rotten Tomatoes . While many critics praised the formal beauty and production design, the script was often described as "underbaked," "stale," and "laughably outdated". Key Strengths and Highlights struck a chord so deeply within me
“It shows the vulnerability of a socially scorn socialite & in the end, I felt for her... I wanted to be her friend.” Rotten Tomatoes 2014 Journal - The Tennessee Williams Annual Review