The Hours (2002)
The Hours (2002) is a compelling drama that interweaves the lives of three women across different times and places. Virginia Woolf (Nicole Kidman) struggles with mental illness while writing Mrs. Dalloway. In 1949, Laura Brown (Julianne Moore), a housewife, is profoundly affected by Woolf’s novel. Meanwhile, in 2001, Clarissa Vaughan (Meryl Streep), a modern-day woman, reflects on the choices she’s made while organizing a party in honor of her friend. The film explores themes of identity, time, and the constraints of society on women’s lives, earning critical acclaim for its powerful performances and direction.
