Paradise Road Movie Review

Paradise Road is a triumphant celebration of the human spirit in the face of suffering. This drama is written and directed by Bruce Beresford. It is based on true incidents. Paradise Road recounts the experiences of a group of European, Australian, and American women during World War II. The women are captured by Japanese soldiers after their ship is sunk while fleeing Singapore. They are then put in jungle prison camps and subjected to a hellish existence. One of hard labor, little food, and a shortage of medical supplies.

In order to lift the women’s spirits, Margaret Drummond (Pauline Collins), a kind-hearted former missionary to China, comes up with the idea of starting a vocal orchestra to sing classical compositions. She writes the scores and chooses Adrienne Pargiter (Glenn Close), a flinty survivor, to direct the singers. The project creates an oasis of beauty and transcendence amidst death, pain, and grief. Even the Japanese guards are awed by the music.

Insights into Survival

The top-drawer cast provides insights into the various paths to survival. Joanna Ter Steege plays a nun who is a multitalented peacemaker; Cate Blanchett is an Australian nurse who discovers great inner strength during the ordeal; Julianna Margulies is an American who almost joins the women who choose to service the Japanese officers for special privileges; and Frances McDormand is a clever German Jew who acts as the camp doctor.

Paradise Road is a deeply spiritual film. It shows how creativity and beauty can soothe the soul even in the worst situation imaginable. The film also honors the driving force that keeps people alive and thriving — hope.

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