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Reviewed by CinemaSerf 7 / 10

Caro Drake (Rose Reid) is a typically dedicated

Caro Drake (Rose Reid) is a typically dedicated student who arrives at Oxford University, on a scholarship, determined to succeed, make her family proud and leave with her PhD. She's naturally quite shy and reserved but is no shrinking violet - useful, as her charismatic neighbour is Edward (Louis Landau) - and he's a bit of a Lothario. Caro does make a few friends and finds, largely despite herself, that she is drawn to the charmingly enigmatic "Kent" (Ruairi O'Connor). He is an interesting character who lives his life according to some strong Christian tenets that seem intent on ensuring that their relationship cannot really develop further. What now ensues is the beginnings of a love story set against the beautiful colleges of Oxford. There are a useful series of scenes featuring the college dean (Phyllis Logan) that help us to put some meat on the bones of this initially rather shallow individual; Simon Callow pops up to instigate some serious theoretical debate and Mark Williams proves to be the honest, inspiring - and quite sarcastic - lecturer that well needed at this stage in our educational lives. There's actually quite a decent degree of on-screen chemistry between Reid and O'Connor and though it does border on the introspective now and again, is quite an engaging observation of a true story of two people finding each other, their priorities and making their way in life. Not what I was expecting, and worth a watch. PS: there is a Q&A around which I'd strongly suggest you avoid til after the film!

Reviewed by filmtravel101 5 / 10

Bored and miscast at confused Oxford as romance.

This unfortunately is one of those films that had good intentions but the depth of the book/ memoir of converting an atheist book nerd into a Christian is lacking and the TDH focus is almost a demeaning detriment to the story.The two leads sort of have some chemistry towards the end but it's a hard pill to swallow especially with the terrible Harry Potter wardrobe mixed with terrible outfits for Caro and the hairstylist was all over the place.The best part is the Oxford scenery yet the supporting charade quite shallow so the romantic part falls flat to the point that one almost wishes they do not end up together plus what man would put up with her fathomable endless tantrums.The literature vs God elements are lightly brushed upon but are not deep enough to truly believe the Caro character would convert not only to God but more so like the book to Christianity / Jesus. It's a poorly executed adaptation.However it would have been more interesting if the CS Lewis elements were more pronounced instead of the silly TDH ( tall dark and handsome).Most might enjoy that the religious faith elements are only a minor part but unfortunately it creates an unfulfilling journey of confusion rather than passion and inner spiritual journey which the book accomplishes to a greater extent.The ending is quite shocking in a bad way because it's not realistic especially when one reads what transpires in the future. The film feels more like a big question mark of a cross of a Lifetime movie mixed with wannabe be Faith movie.Go in with low expectations and maybe the film might inspire a trip to see Oxford.5 stars for Oxford scenes.

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Surprised by Oxford

2023

Action / Drama / Mystery / Romance

Surprised by Oxford

2023

Action / Drama / Mystery / Romance

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Caro Drake (Rose Reid) is a typically dedicated

Bored and miscast at confused Oxford as romance.

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