Penny Marshall is one of the few commercially successful female directors, and in general I think she is wonderful. This particular film has several good moments, but on the whole was a rather drab affair.
Drew Barrymore certainly had her part down. She shows much versatility with her acting abilities in this movie. I have not read this book, but watching the film I couldn't help thinking this would be an interesting read but it didn't translate well onto the big screen.
Though there is high drama in many spots, the movie overall just drizzled along and then petered out in the end, with an unsatisfying final scene between the lead character and her father (played exceedingly well by the way by James Woods).
The best I can possibly say about this film is the acting is very good throughout and Ms. Marshall's direction is terrific in spots, less so in others, and you might want to wait 'til this one's at Blockbuster to view it.
Drew Barrymore certainly had her part down. She shows much versatility with her acting abilities in this movie. I have not read this book, but watching the film I couldn't help thinking this would be an interesting read but it didn't translate well onto the big screen.
Though there is high drama in many spots, the movie overall just drizzled along and then petered out in the end, with an unsatisfying final scene between the lead character and her father (played exceedingly well by the way by James Woods).
The best I can possibly say about this film is the acting is very good throughout and Ms. Marshall's direction is terrific in spots, less so in others, and you might want to wait 'til this one's at Blockbuster to view it.