Quick Movie Reviews
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4/4
Logan D. McCoy - wrote on 06/19/2019
A haunting drama about parental grieving commendable for its nonlinear narrative told through flashbacks.
Rating of
4/4
mitchellyoung - wrote on 08/26/2011
An incredible and multilayered film and, really, the only Atom Egoyan (a director who i think directs in excess) I enjoy. It is a poignant and thought-provoking portrait of grief and loss and I think the way Ian Holm's character's storyline contrasted and intersected with the town's grieving process was absolutely brilliant. Add in the symbolism of the Pied Piper narration and you have a movie that can be rewatched and dissected on so many levels, as well as one that connects with you emotionally.
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1/4
Amyaronson - wrote on 07/18/2011
This movie was PAINFULLY boring. It's basically a movie Clint Eastwood made because he's afraid of dying (which is inevitably near for him) and was trying to soothe this fear with a contrived piece of shit about the afterlife. Don't waste your time. If this gets Oscar nods just because it's Eastwood, imma be PISSED.
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4/4
Rakkie - wrote on 01/20/2008
its the best for me. Great Drama !!! Directing, and cinematography is amazing. all actors are perfect. i want to see more Egoyan's work
Rating of
4/4
Allison - wrote on 11/14/2007
One of the best movies, by a director who doesn't give the audience anything at face value. The challenges that Atom Egoyan presents are indeed most welcome. Good acting, and good balancing of the different stories. I can't wait to rewatch this one, as other Egoyan rewatches have proved to be great.
