Review of At Close Range (1986) by Juan C — 05 Jun 2011
Brilliant performances abound is this tragic tale of poverty and the emptiness of youth shown against a decaying farmland.
Walken provides one of his most memorable performances as a man who seems so happy but has a sinister edge. The father-son relationship is at the core of the film. The scene where he conceives of the idea of the downfall of his sons gang has him open his eyes like a snake. The execution of his son is particularly powerful. As is the shock of the immediacy of the climatic scene in the car.
And what a cast.
The only drawback is that the showdown is probably not as emotional as it could have been.
This review of At Close Range (1986) was written by Juan C on 05 Jun 2011.
At Close Range has generally received positive reviews.
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