I must admit all the main characters are done very well, especially Michael Shannon as the a-hole of a dad. He drinks too much, gambles unwisely, doesn't respect his college writing students, and treats his teen son badly. All this ultimately comes to a head and there really aren't any winners.
The son is the star of the basketball team, the Wolves. He has hopes of a scholarship to Cornell. But he has yet learned to take control in tough situations. Some street basketball in New York with some rough characters helps him grow.
Carla Gugino, one of my favorites, is effective as the mother.
My wife and I were entertained, but watching the family spiral down was difficult to watch. On DVD from our public library.
The son is the star of the basketball team, the Wolves. He has hopes of a scholarship to Cornell. But he has yet learned to take control in tough situations. Some street basketball in New York with some rough characters helps him grow.
Carla Gugino, one of my favorites, is effective as the mother.
My wife and I were entertained, but watching the family spiral down was difficult to watch. On DVD from our public library.