duckfjord Nell is woman who's been brought up in the forest. The only people she knew were her mother and twin sister who passed away. They lived together in a cottage. On some scene in this movie, Nell has braided hair, she can also work with the woods outside the house, she wears a cloth just like a normal women. How come she has character just like DNS? Even the dumb indigenous people living in the isolate jungle they don't act like down syndrome. I know this because I have been stayed in Thailand, and there was a news on TV. program about a girl who's her parents have antisocial attitude, they brought daughter to live in the jungle. this girl has never seen the car and people still this she can talk properly, and when the TV program brought her to the city. yes, she scared of a lot of things, but her action isn't weired like Nell on this film. because she isn't the down syndrome. we go back to the film Nell, the character Nell has on this film is not supposed to be normal character for normal human, it just a character of someone who sick, unrealistic movie plot, plus too much unnecessary scenes.

buckikris Nell is a story that takes place in North Carolina. It is about an adult age young woman who just lost her mom. Billy who deliverers groceries to the woman's house deep in the woods finds her. He reports it to Sheriff Todd Peterson(Nick Searcy). Todd and the town doctor, Jerry Lovell(Liam Neeson)go out to investigate it. Todd is not only the sheriff, but a good husband to is wife who suffers from anxiety. I believe, I never read the book so I am just guessing. Jerry(Neeson), is shocked because he didn't think anyone lived this deep into the woods. Once they are in the house it is very quaint, wood floors, wood furniture, it is very basic. They find the old woman who is laid peacefully in the kitchen with her arms crossed, and flowers over her eyes. Jerry can't believe it, he is in disbelief. There is no water, no electricity, or phone. How can anyone live like this, they both look around the small house and Jerry comes across Nell. She is scared, and seems to have been sheltered most of her life. She seems to speak in a kind of broken English or a type of her own language. Jerry believes she speaks this way because her mother suffered a series of strokes. Nell is a sheltered young woman with little knowledge of the outside world. Jerry knows he needs help with this case. Especially when he finds a letter written by the mother. It says God has led you here please take good care of my Nell. Jerry is upset after reading the letter, he goes into Charlotte for more help on the case. He meets a psychologist, Paula Olsen,(Natasha Richardson). He explains to her what happened. Paula is fascinated, she wants to bring Nell back into Charlotte to study her. At first Paula and Jerry bump heads, Paula/ the other doctors want her in a controlled environment; to study her. Paula goes to extreme lengths for competency. Jerry says no way, he is blocking it. He has watched her, and realizes she can live on her own. He is fascinated by what she can do. Paula says differently, saying she can't even speak English; she speaks her own type of language. The competency trial gets blocked; and the board gives him a time limit on his progress with Nell. In order to understand Nell someone will have learn her language and help her open up.Paula is there to help with equipment to watch, listen, and work on her type of language. They take blood samples, realize Nell was a product of rape, and is the only survivor of Twins. They study her day and night, observing her while she unaware. They both continue to study her language on the houseboat Paula has. It is Jerry who opens up to her, to Nell he is her Guardian Angel. He works on understanding Nell Speak( her language). Jerry sometimes pushes the limits, like playing music. This scares her at first because she has never heard it. He also wants her to realize that not all men are evil doers. She believes this because of her mom's rape. I believe this is one major reason why she stays inside during the day. Nell is remarkable she comes out at night, swims, and seems very capable of anything. To start breaking her from being scared of all men, Jerry jumps into the river with her. Paula tells her it is O.K., he will not hurt her. The three of them start to form a powerful bond that can't be broken. The next step is to get her out in the day time. They begin with baby steps, teasing her with food. She is shy at first, but she begins to break free. Then they take her into town, she is mesmerized. She sees so much for the very first time, they stop into town and meet Todd and his wife, Mary(Robin Mullins). Nell bonds with Mary, and Mary begins open up. Nell, Paula, and Jerry go to the grocery, and Nell really opens up. She then wonders off to the local Pool Hall, where she gets harassed by Billy; and some of the other local boys. Jerry finally finds her; and protects her from being embarrassed any more. In fact Billy almost gets what he deserves from Jerry. Near the end of the movie some twists; and turns take place which are crucial to Nell's well being. Nell's court date begins; and Jerry proves to the court Nell is competent. Five Years go by,Paula and Jerry are a family, and a big get together happens at Nell house. Nell has progressed remarkably; she will never forget Paula; and her Guardian Angel-Jerry.This movie is excellent, one of Jodie Foster's best. Liam Neeson is remarkable as the caring doctor who wants to help Nell. Even though Natasha Richardson's character wants to jump the gun at first, by locking her up in a hospital. Richardson's character opens up as the film progresses. The movie is powerful, it tackles prejudices/fear. It opens our minds to people who may have a disability/sheltered, ETC.. All people deserve to be treated like human beings; and not like lab rats.THX, Kris L. CocKayne

Deepak Janardhan Nell, the movie is titled after the protagonist Nell, a wild girl who has grown up isolated in the woods. The lack of exposure, death of her twin sister, and tales narrated by her paralyzed hermit mother leaves her with an unusual behavior, distorted speech, fear of strangers and the real world. The story revolves around Dr. Jerome Lovell who discovers Nell, panic-stricken at the death of her mother. He tries his best to communicate with her, protect her from strangers, and lead her to a normal life. With time, he grows fond of her. When Jerome explores different options to grab Nell's attention and persuades her to respond, the movie gets intriguing. Dr. Jerome discusses Nell's case with Paula Olsen, who believes and proposes that institutionalization is the way to treat and protect Nell. Paula appeals to the court for the custody of Nell. However, Jerome counters that Nell will turn out to be an object of scientific research like other patients in such medical facilities. The court grants 3 months to both the appellants to observe Nell closely and prove their stance. However, after observing Nell's independence, routines, and response to Jerome, Paula is convinced that the impersonal medical procedures will not cure Nell. Therefore, she begins to assist Jerome in his efforts to understand Nell's language and interact with her. Jerome soon turns out to be Nell's "Guardian Angel". But during their stay together, Jerome and Paula also develop intimacy.Towards the climax, I was convinced that Jerome and Nell will lead a happy life together. However, the movie takes a smooth turn when Nell is seen as the same person but in the company of Jerome's friends. She is shown free, happy, and playing in the woods with Ruthie, Jerome and Paula's daughter. I am impressed by the remarkable performances of Jodie Foster and Liam Neeson. Jodie Foster's effort to justify Nell's appearance and behavior as a wild girl deserves a clamorous applause, mainly for her voice modulation, expressions, movements, and gestures. Liam Neeson's acting as Dr Jerome is significant. Particularly, the dramatic narration of his childhood to evoke Nell's reaction is spectacular. The portrayal of innocence and purity is heart-warming, when Nell vents out her feelings to Jerome and embraces him. Jerome's natural display of disappointment and anger is powerful, at the pathetic sight of Nell in the hospital. The impulsive reaction on realizing that he would lose Nell is admirable. Last but not the least, the choice of the pristine location in the movie, around Nell's wood cabin, certainly adds to the effectiveness of the plot. Firstly, if you are a fan of either Jodie Foster or Liam Neeson, you must not miss this movie. In general, "Nell" is worth your money and time.

Paul Magne Haakonsen I remember seeing this movie when I was younger, and had a fair memory of how the movie was and that it was a rather good movie. Now in 2012, I decided to get the movie and have another look at it. And I am actually quite happy that I did buy it from Amazon, because this movie is more than good."Nell" is a really beautiful story that will have you swept away and have you immersed into the story in no time. "Nell" tells a story of being human, accepting people for what and whom they are, it is a story of existence, but most importantly it is a story of the heart.I think this was actually the first or second movie I watched with Liam Neeson (playing Jerome Lovell) in it, and to this day, I still think this is his best and most memorable performance. Jodie Foster (playing Nell) is nothing short of extraordinary in this movie. Her performance is breathtakingly beautiful and so heartfelt.You really get caught up in the story, and you want to know what happens next. And the way Nell's story is revealed to you and how she grows, it is like you are right there with her. The director really did an awesome job on this movie. And the way Jodie Foster portrays Nell when exposed to the world and the life we take for granted is really good acting and amazing performing. She really makes Nell come to life as a real person."Nell" really goes straight into your heart and soul and the story will be with you for a long, long time. And you might want to keep some tissues at hand, because the story is really touching, and really helped so greatly along by Jodie Foster.I know that I will be watching this movie again at some point, even though the story doesn't hold surprising twists and such, it is one that can bear being watched more than once.