bryant52

Quietly, quirky film ...though perhaps not as magical as some of Rudolph's early work. Still, capturing quite effectively the challenge, the dilemma of Love in the midst of Life, of Family, of Better & most definitely of Worse. Leary is excellently grating as the acerbic alter ego, speaking both for the Audience and Narrator when he says "I'd want to know!" This perspective however sits in sharp

contrast to the narrative path and provides the dynamic tension which sustains the story. Engaging, entertaining, and ultimately, thought-provoking.

Hard to go wrong... combining an outstanding thriller writer (Connelly) with an outstanding set of actors (Eastwood & Daniels) with an outstanding director (Eastwood)....but, sadly, it all collapses. Daniels is a poor choice for the role......Clint is, ultimately, too old for the character.....the plot twists are telegraphed....the emotional connection with any of the characters is non-existent....the love interest is unbelievable & unarticulated. Not worth even a rental.