| A harsh look at the truth |
|
| written by elvlee |
June 11, 2004 - 6:47 AM PDT |
|
3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
|
This film presents a gritty and no holds barred look at the human story behind homelessness. The screenplay is very well written, with characters that are believeable, and acting that is convincing. Although simplistic in its presentation, in many ways it simply adds to the perceived realism. The film succeeds in touching upon some very important issues -- but it does not dwell on them for an extended amount of time, instead choosing to focus on the emotional and practical obstacles that face the characters. This is both a positive and a negative, as it would have been good to see those topics (the stigma attached to welfare, the severe impact of parents' troubles on children, etc.) explored more deeply, but it could have potentially hurt the film as a compelling story.
For anyone who has is interested in learning a little more about what happens when someone can't make the rent (and we all should be -- after all, it could happen to any of us someday, or someone we know), this is a film that is definitely worth watching. Be warned, however, it might take you outside your comfort zone... which is not an entirely bad place to be. |
|
|
Your cart
© 2006 All Media Guide, LLC. Portions of content provided by All Movie Guide®,
a trademark of All Media Guide, LLC.