I was born, raised and still live in West Virginia, so the lore of Jesco White was always within earshot. Knowing the stories, whether true or tall tale, I was hesitant to watch this film. Once it began, I knew I would enjoy the film, I just didn't realize how much.
Most of the stories I have heard about Jesco are from his later years, so it was refreshing and new to see a story about his childhood. I learned a lot about a person I thought I knew everything about.
The reason this film is amazing is Edward Hogg. For a British actor to take on the roll of a southern West Virginian AND to do it so convincingly, is proof of Edward's talents.
I was mesmerized by his portrayal of a man that is the personification of a terrible stereotype of West Virginians. Edward had the ability to make me feel something other than disgust for Jesco.
Besides the acting, the cinematography was excellent. I loved the desaturation of the film, where everything was almost completely black and white, but had a hint of color.
I would recommend this to anyone that wants to explore the human condition and to see deeper inside the life of a "white trash" man.
Most of the stories I have heard about Jesco are from his later years, so it was refreshing and new to see a story about his childhood. I learned a lot about a person I thought I knew everything about.
The reason this film is amazing is Edward Hogg. For a British actor to take on the roll of a southern West Virginian AND to do it so convincingly, is proof of Edward's talents.
I was mesmerized by his portrayal of a man that is the personification of a terrible stereotype of West Virginians. Edward had the ability to make me feel something other than disgust for Jesco.
Besides the acting, the cinematography was excellent. I loved the desaturation of the film, where everything was almost completely black and white, but had a hint of color.
I would recommend this to anyone that wants to explore the human condition and to see deeper inside the life of a "white trash" man.