Review of Lawn Dogs (1997) by Drew W — 05 Aug 2007
John Duigan does a wonderful job of introducing strands and themes which at first seem offbeat and peculiar but which all add to the sense prejudice, division and isolation felt by these two brillaintly-wrought characters.
Each find the other intriguing but are hesitant to become close because of others' values. Eventually they become friends and just as they accept this, the world around them turns on them and what started out as an irreverent comedy-drama, turns into something much darker and even terrifying.
Sam Rockwell is one of those actors who, no matter what role he's playing, is totally natural. He's immediately likeable. Lawn Dogs is a refreshing sort of film. The relationship between Rockwell and Barton is heartwarming and broadly, gently natural.
This review of Lawn Dogs (1997) was written by Drew W on 05 Aug 2007.
Lawn Dogs has generally received very positive reviews.
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