Cassandra's Dream

Cassandra's Dream is a sad but interesting story about two brothers (Colin Ferrell and Ewan McGregor) in London. These brothers are the best of friends and they buy a boat together which they call Cassandr's Dream.

A rich uncle comes to town for a visit and the brothers are excited to talk to him about borrowing money. Terry (Colin Ferrell) has aquired gambling debts and is afraid of the price he will have to pay. Ian (Ewan McGregor) has dreams of investing in hotels in California and wants to impress his new girl friend. But to their surprise the uncle needs their help. His finances are under investigation and an old business partner "needs to be taken care of." His two nephews are the only ones he can trust to help him and in return Terry's debts will be paid and Ian will have the money to invest in his dream. What could go wrong?

This is like a Greek Tragidy. I really liked both brothers and the film was cast very well. I was blown away by Colin Ferrell. A great line in this film is when Terry says to his brother Ian "we always have a choice." There is not alot of action but the acting is pretty well done and you really feel for the characters in the end. However, I wish they put in more fear of the loan sharks coming after Terry. Other than that, a sad but interesting story.


2.5 Credits