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Post by alexanderblanchett on Jan 16, 2019 20:47:19 GMT
Its a solid film and not bad at all however it missed the opportunity to be really great as well. The problem is the story itself is not new... its the story about a lion-mother who protects her son who is a drug addict. The films problematic moments are when there are a few decisions when you really question the peoples morals... and I am not talking about the trouble son-character but those who should think more clearly. Many decisions are questionable and not always rational. Julia Roberts gives mostly a really great and raw performance. Especially in the last third of the film. She really stands out then and has some of her best scenes of her career. There are little moments when she overacts a bit, especially in the mid section but her final third was amazing. Lucas Hedges was fine. Not a great performance, often a bit monotone but he did have some wonderful moments so in the end it was a fine performance. I really liked Courtney B. Vance. The story structure was a bit weird at times and definitely the screenplay deserved some more work. But its a mixed bag.. some scenes are totally unbelievable while other scenes or dialogue really are great and work.
Current nominations
Best Actress in a Leading Role: Julia Roberts
Rating: 7/10
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Post by stinkybritches on Jan 17, 2019 19:19:42 GMT
Sounds gay.
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