It was an odd movie, but the actors did a fine job. Clarke and Golding have ok chemistry, but it's not a happily-ever-after love story. I did shed a tear or two toward the end. Emma Thompson plays a Slavic mother who is full of angst and over-protective. Not sure I'd want to see this one again. The camera LOVES Clarke's face and Golding is captivating on screen too. Secondary love story going on between her employer and "boy" is also creepily odd. LOL. It was definitely worth a watch.