I normally avoid writing comments until the movie is really great. This is one of those movies which inspire you to share your fulfilling experience with others.
Without doubt, this is one of the best storyline and the acting is spot on. I mean, all characters were so real and identifiable that you could not wonder but imagine a life-like narration going on. I got totally sucked into the movie towards 15 minutes from the start. I have seen Edward Norton deliver the goods before and I had no doubt in my mind that he will not disappoint. But here, he is in a league of a different kind. I really admire his role selection and execution. He has that boyish looks but nonetheless, he is able to fit himself in a wide variety of roles so easily. I look forward to see more of him in such engaging roles.
Other then that, the director had devoted considerable footage in developing the other supporting characters as well. This is really great. As one of the comments said, "it doesn't work when you deviate from the main characters to focus on the supporting characters". But here, Seymour and Barry's character development is so effective as they are the only friends Edward have and there feelings for Edward basically defines his character.
Rosario (Men in Black) and Anna (X-Men) were excellently cast as Edward's love interest and Philip's teen student. They both were young with interests in older men in their life and they delivered quite effectively.
Brian Cox as Edward's Father was very real and his repent towards the end for being responsible for what became of Edward was also beautifully portrayed.
I appreciate the film at all levels and suggest strongly to watch this alone in your quiet time. This will definitely help you to appreciate Life.
My Score: 9 out of 10
Without doubt, this is one of the best storyline and the acting is spot on. I mean, all characters were so real and identifiable that you could not wonder but imagine a life-like narration going on. I got totally sucked into the movie towards 15 minutes from the start. I have seen Edward Norton deliver the goods before and I had no doubt in my mind that he will not disappoint. But here, he is in a league of a different kind. I really admire his role selection and execution. He has that boyish looks but nonetheless, he is able to fit himself in a wide variety of roles so easily. I look forward to see more of him in such engaging roles.
Other then that, the director had devoted considerable footage in developing the other supporting characters as well. This is really great. As one of the comments said, "it doesn't work when you deviate from the main characters to focus on the supporting characters". But here, Seymour and Barry's character development is so effective as they are the only friends Edward have and there feelings for Edward basically defines his character.
Rosario (Men in Black) and Anna (X-Men) were excellently cast as Edward's love interest and Philip's teen student. They both were young with interests in older men in their life and they delivered quite effectively.
Brian Cox as Edward's Father was very real and his repent towards the end for being responsible for what became of Edward was also beautifully portrayed.
I appreciate the film at all levels and suggest strongly to watch this alone in your quiet time. This will definitely help you to appreciate Life.
My Score: 9 out of 10