Well, I know it isn't a story as it is from a true event but I never really knew the background of the painting before. Colin Firth was very good. I know this sounds possibly sexist, but Colin is HOT in this movie. I'm a 38 year old gal and that's the word I have to use for him; he is much more attractive with longer hair. Scarlett Johansson does a very riveting performance of the maid. She is sweet but sensual. You can definitely tell why Vermeer found her intriguing. Everything I have ever seen Tom Wilkinson in, he always impresses me, truly an exceptional thespian. I'm not sure of the name of the actress that was Mother Vermeer, Essie Davis? She was probably my favorite in the film. What a tremendous actress she is! The musical score really made it complete for me!
Review of Girl with a Pearl Earring
