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Gun Hill Road (2011)
Ratings summary seems to be wrong - all 9 or 10
This film is a accurate portrayal of a family dealing with some very real situations and years of prejudice that are a way of life. The whole jail/parole situation is so accurately presented it is almost spooky, though not many who see the film will know that. There are some amazing performances that deserve to be seen. This is not everybody's family or every family's response, but it is one that should be seen. I was very fortunate to walk into the theater and bump directly into Esai Morales who was sharing his experience of making getting ready to make this film while going through a pregnancy with his wife. The subject matter of the film brought up the question of what they, as a family, would do if their child was gay. His wife gave a humorous response but it reflected a warmth and understanding that you would hope every family could display. In this film his character finally breaks through his prejudice only to be a victim of the system he has allowed himself to become a part of. Sad and inspiring at the very same time.