The Ballad of Jack and Rose

Jack Slavin (Daniel Day-Lewis) lives with his daughter, Rose (Camilla Belle), on an island commune. When Jack becomes terminally ill, he invites Kathleen (Catherine Keener) and her sons to live with them, but Rose feels betrayed and lashes out. This leads to Jack being trapped between two headstrong women and forced to take action in the film The Ballad of Jack and Rose, directed by Rebecca Miller.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 12 February 2024
Publisher: St Martin's Press

More than two decades ago, Jack Slavin (Daniel Day-Lewis) made a conscious decision to step away from the mainstream and lead a more purposeful life. However, the island commune he founded with the aspiration of a brighter future has tragically fallen apart, leaving him as one of its remaining residents. As Jack battles terminal illness, encroaching developers, and his daughter Rose's gradual emergence into womanhood, he confronts distressing uncertainties about the days ahead. In an attempt to give his daughter the family she has never experienced, Jack invites Kathleen (Catherine Keener), the woman he has been secretly seeing on the mainland, and her sons to join them. However, Rose feels betrayed rather than comforted, and her retaliatory actions put her innocence at risk while jeopardizing Kathleen's safety. Jack's meticulously constructed world is suddenly thrown into chaos, leaving him caught between two strong-willed women and compelled to take decisive action.

In her remarkable film, "The Ballad of Jack and Rose," acclaimed filmmaker Rebecca Miller has crafted a powerful and poetic family drama. Miller's screenplay, introduced by the author and accompanied by stunning stills from the movie, is a captivating work that demands to be savored page by page. Through its intricate narrative and nuanced characters, "The Ballad of Jack and Rose" explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a mesmerizing performance as Jack Slavin, a man struggling to find his place in the world while navigating the challenges of his own life and the lives of those around him. Camilla Belle, in her breakout role, portrays Rose with depth and complexity, capturing her journey from a sheltered young girl to a confident and independent woman. Catherine Keener's portrayal of Kathleen is equally compelling, as she navigates the complexities of her relationship with Jack and the challenges of being a mother in a unconventional family. The film's cinematography captures the beauty and serenity of the island setting, while the soundtrack enhances the emotional resonance of the story. "The Ballad of Jack and Rose" is a testament to Rebecca Miller's talent as a filmmaker and her ability to create compelling and thought-provoking narratives. It is a film that will leave viewers contemplating the intricacies of human relationships and the power of love to overcome even the most challenging circumstances.

Weight: 148g
Dimension: 208 x 137 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250321657