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Only 6.6? Seriously?

posted 13 years ago by rhiggins-857-460661
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This film deserves a rating in the 7's without question. Great performances all around and a compelling look at addiction/recovery. Michael Keaton was fantastic.

[–] franzkabuki 13 years ago

I dunno, it didn´t really show much in a way of addiction - or recovery. I suppose the moments of Keaton´s after-rehab boredom rang true, but otherwise the movie´s rather unsteady, aimless and styleless. Good thing it doesn´t get outright preachy, at least.

"facts are stupid things" - Ronald Reagan

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[–] rhiggins-857-460661 13 years ago

I didn't "expect" anything. I simply think it's worthy of a higher rating - sue me.

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[–] rhiggins-857-460661 13 years ago

I agree with everything you've said. Great feedback, thanks.

[–] theoretical 13 years ago

Agreed. Excellent direction by Glenn Gordon Caron and some very good performances by the cast, especially Michael Keaton who is so versatile an actor. Its just a sad story because so many people and families have to face dealing with addiction.