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| Movie Review: In the Family Alternate Title: We Are Family
Story: I had reservations about
seeing this film when I learned it was almost three hours long. I am
happy that my sister insisted that I break some of my own stupid rules
and see this movie. It was terrific. Thanks, Terry. It is set in the present, in the town of Martin,
Tennessee. Six year old Chip Hines, has two dads, Cody (his biological
father) and Joey. Chip's (and everyone else's) life is turned upside
down when Cody is suddenly killed in a car accident. Life becomes undone when Cody's sister takes
custody of young Chip. Joey's previous acceptance into the family is
torn asunder. Joey searches for a way to get guardianship back. He has
friends. He has support. However, the law is not on his side. How this
is all resolved is fascinating film making, surprising and well worth
your time. It is a contemporary film with surprises galore.
What you expect to happen does not happen and subtle revelations occur.
The film was written and directed by Patrick
Wang who also stars as Joey. Watch an interview with Patrick Wang here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6xQxjdMMCk Acting: Trevor St. John as Cody Hines was terrific
as was low key Patrick Wang as Joey. Young Sebastian
Brodziak as Chip Hines was delightful. The supporting cast
was great including, Brian Murray (Paul Hawks), Park
Overall (Sally Hines), Peter Hermann (Dave
Robey), Susan Kellermann (Marge Hawks), Elaine
Bromka (Gloria) and Kelly McAndrew (Eileen
Robey).
Predilection: None
Food: Breakfast cereal, Thanksgiving, pies and more.
Sex Spectrum: None
Theater Audience: It was only playing at one theater
in Manhattan. It was more crowded than we expected it to be.
Weather: Not a factor.
Sappy Factor: 0
Quirky Meter: 0
Squirm Scale: 0
Drift Factor: I paid attention throughout.
Predictability Level: I did not know where this film
would end up.
Tissue Usage: 0
Oscar Worthy: No.
Big Screen or Rental: I doubt that you will be able
to find this film in your local theaters so you might have to resort
to a rental.
Length: At 2 hours 49 minute. this film is way over
the Lobo two hour rule. However - I had no problem sitting through a
film of this length when it is this good. Bravo!
LOBO HOWLS: 8 |