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David Strathairn is perfect as Joe Gastineau


I can't imagine another actor playing this role. The key thing is he LOOKS like someone who has lived this life. He comes across as a regular, normal person and there's nothing "Hollywood" about him. Wish there were more people talking about Limbo. Good film.

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I agree. :)

-Andrea
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Yes, Strathairn was quietly superb and so natural in his role. I also think Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio was outstanding in the best role of her career.

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Everyone in this film is perfect. Everyone! The reason for that is Sayles. He puts everything together perfectly. Getting back to Strathairn, I've been a big, big fan of his for over 20 years. When I was with the P.O. I delivered his parents mail several times. Nice people.

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It's one perf that stands out.

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I agree completely.






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