Feisty firecracker Hagar Shipley (Ellen Burstyn) has lived an unconventional life. Her passionate heart has always ruled her head and her choices have put her at odds with family and friends. With her life nearly behind her, she
sets out in search of a way to reconcile herself to her turbulent past. Through her reflections we come to
know a passionate and rebellious young bride, her love for her two sons, the freedoms she claimed, and
the joys she denied herself.
Based on the best selling novel by Margaret Laurence.
Canadian Connection: Filmed in Manitoba. Several cast members are Canadian.
The film adaptation of Margaret Laurence's best-selling novel has been extremely well executed by director Kari Skogland and the main character Hagar Shipley is compellingly portrayed by both newcomer Christine Horne (it was her first film and she was terrific!) and the always amazing Ellen Burstyn. The Stone Angel is a character study of a woman nearing the end of her life who looks back on it to try to make some sense out of how things turned out. Through her recollections we learn about her passions, her sorrows and the sacrifices she made along the way. This is an excellent rental and you won't be disappointed by the supporting cast either. Canadian actor Kevin Zegers is one to watch in
Well executed real life story.
My son features in this movie redition of the clasic book. He's the first of the 'births' seen in the Movie. He is Baby Marvin.