Review of Carnage (2014) by Samuel R — 09 Jul 2012
The only information I knew about this film is the all star cast. After finally watching it; I concluded that it was better than expected and I enjoyed it. The main flaw is the relatively slow pace the film creates. However, overcoming this will make the film easier to enjoy. One of the highlights is the superb acting, along with the differing personalities.
For example, Jodie Foster plays the emotionally unstable mother who wants everything to be reasonable. Foster's character is the only one who makes you think 'I can understand why she is saying this'.
Next is John C.Reilly, the short tempered slacker, who trys to handle the unease that develops between both families, but does make it worse.
Chistoph Waltz is the upper class father, who cares more for his business than his family.
Finally, Kate Winslet is the mother who sees herself as the perfect mother, but won't confess of being wrong.
The tension that is created between both familes is interesting; it starts with a reasonable conversation, but ends with everyone acting like children.
The humour in this film is definitely dark, but only adults/parents will easily catch on. With a great cast and a unique sense of humour; 'Carnage' is a slow paced comedy that eventually explodes with insults and some good laughs.
This review of Carnage (2014) was written by Samuel R on 09 Jul 2012.
Carnage has generally received positive reviews.
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