Good film, a little disjointed, plodding at times, and a tough, dark story. The lottery win was presented in snippets throughout the film, which was a little frustrating (kept wondering if I had blinked and missed something until at least halfway through). I lived all over Texas for twenty years, and I do feel they captured the West Texas vibe well, although the location overall was less important than the story itself. Wardrobe was also perfect. Film a solid 7/10.
But here's the thing: Andrea Riseborough's performance was truly the best I have ever, ever seen. Absolutely 10/10. I'm a grownup (and then some), and I've watched movies for decades and decades. This woman was phenomenal. I have not seen the other nominee's films, but (no offense, y'all) I can't imagine how anybody else could have been any better.
I watched the entire thing mainly because of the exceptional acting by Ms R, as the movie itself unfortunately didn't grab me as much as I'd hoped.
Quirky film, but, damn, the lead actress was phenomenal. Glad I hung in until the finish.
Beautiful job by Andrea Riseborough.
But here's the thing: Andrea Riseborough's performance was truly the best I have ever, ever seen. Absolutely 10/10. I'm a grownup (and then some), and I've watched movies for decades and decades. This woman was phenomenal. I have not seen the other nominee's films, but (no offense, y'all) I can't imagine how anybody else could have been any better.
I watched the entire thing mainly because of the exceptional acting by Ms R, as the movie itself unfortunately didn't grab me as much as I'd hoped.
Quirky film, but, damn, the lead actress was phenomenal. Glad I hung in until the finish.
Beautiful job by Andrea Riseborough.