DVD Review: The Yellow Handkerchief

When loneliness brings together three strangers, you really don't know where the story is heading.

Brett Hanson (William Hurt) has just walked out of the prison after serving time for accidentally killing a man.

Martine (Twilight's Kristen Stewart) is feeling lost and forgotten and wants her father to pay her some attention.

Gordy (Eddie Redmayne) is just an odd young man drifting through the deep south of the United States.

Fate brings the three strangers together and Gordy's car provides the vehicle for their respective journeys of discovery.

As they make their way to New Orleans, each slowly opens up about their lives and the issues affecting it.

But it is Brett's story that captivates the youngsters.

He opens his heart to tell them about the only woman he has ever loved and how he lost her in a moment of anger.

With his freedom back, Brett dreams of finding his May (Maria Bello) and rekindling their great love.

Martine and Gordy vow to do everything they can to help their mysterious new friend find happiness again.

The Yellow Handkerchief is a slow-moving story that is brilliantly told.

With a spectacular rural backdrop, we hitch a ride with this threesome and learn a lot about emotion and second chances.

The Yellow Handkerchief

(M), Roadshow Entertainment

Stars: 3.5/5