Her physical height and stature reflects the inner fortitude that was actually possessed by June Miller. Each scene brings out another side of the characters and showcases the incredible talent of this cast. The Brooklyn accents of Ward and Thurman are very real, and this is from someone that has lived in Brooklyn most of his life. The accents are in sharp contrast with the European accents of the rest of the cast. It gives Henry and June a rough, out of place feel.
Music is used as an under current, never overwhelming as is the case in so many modern movies.
Each frame seems crafted by an artist. The direction by Philip Kaufman, also known for his 'The Right Stuff' and 'Rising Sun', creates a masterpiece. Each scene is perfectly framed. The use of lighting, contrasting shadow and light, perfectly reflects the mood of the characters, living one life in the light while the darker life lurks just below the surface. He is extremely sucessful in capturing the feel and look of a period art film which only adds to the intrigue the film creates.