Undoubtedly this has some relation to actual events but I fail to believe that it is anywhere close to reality. I was relieved to see that a reviewer who is a psychiatrist has described the plot as "exaggerated" and that's certainly how it appeared to me.
I can't understand why there are so many high ratings. An outstanding performance by De Niro but I find Robin Williams' mannerisms annoying. The only positive thing I can say about the rest of the cast is that they were all minor roles so had no opportunity to shine. Well perhaps Leonard's mum is worthy of a kind word.
If you are a lover of mawkish melodrama, don't let me stop you.
I can't understand why there are so many high ratings. An outstanding performance by De Niro but I find Robin Williams' mannerisms annoying. The only positive thing I can say about the rest of the cast is that they were all minor roles so had no opportunity to shine. Well perhaps Leonard's mum is worthy of a kind word.
If you are a lover of mawkish melodrama, don't let me stop you.