Review of Choke (2008) by Sonya B — 16 Apr 2009
Absolutely nothing about this film blew me away, yet I find it passable none the less. The first half is an excessive sex romp in order to establish Sam Rockwell's character as a sex addict, which although it could be said to have "served a purpose," also wore out its welcome big time.
The 2nd half is quite a bit better, though, as internal conflict is the focus rather than shallow character establishment. The way Rockwell's character handles himself, and the changes that he undergoes by the end are all satisfying and realistic at the same time which helped to tidily wrap up an otherwise sloppy story.
Rockwell aside, I also really liked Kelly MacDonald as the "doctor" who looks after Rockwell's mother.
This review of Choke (2008) was written by Sonya B on 16 Apr 2009.
Choke has generally received positive reviews.
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