Ultra-realistic drama of young Joe Henry growing up in squalid circumstances during the 1970s. Superb acting and filming in every respect despite one or two slightly hazy spots and abrupt transitions. Particularly commendable performances by Peter Tambakis and Noah Fleiss as, respectively, Joe at about 9 and Joe at 14.
This film captures the cycle of abuse and oppression within a troubled, fragmented family better than any that I've seen. The simple, dead-on dialogue does a great deal thematically speaking. In the words of Joe's older brother, Mike (again, well-played by Rob Bergenstock/Max Ligosh): "People are so f*d up!"
Somewhat linear, slice-of-life plot that is not focused on any one dramatic event. Nonetheless, there is plenty in the way of tension and surprise here. This is the sort of film that makes you forget that you are watching a film.
This film captures the cycle of abuse and oppression within a troubled, fragmented family better than any that I've seen. The simple, dead-on dialogue does a great deal thematically speaking. In the words of Joe's older brother, Mike (again, well-played by Rob Bergenstock/Max Ligosh): "People are so f*d up!"
Somewhat linear, slice-of-life plot that is not focused on any one dramatic event. Nonetheless, there is plenty in the way of tension and surprise here. This is the sort of film that makes you forget that you are watching a film.