Review of Crazy (2000) by Brent M — 07 Jun 2013

Walking in Jesus footsteps certainly intrigued me.

This coming of age picture portrays a family with two brothers with very different personalities. The older brother is a tough guy, drug dealing player that bangs chicks and rides motorcycles. The younger brother is softer, in touch with his feelings, is confused about his sexuality, and needs his brother to protect him from bullies. As the brothers grow up, life becomes complicated as the younger brother starts understanding his direction in life.

"Try to trust your feelings. You can feel things others can't.".

Jean-Marc Vallee, director of Loser Love, The Young Victoria, and the upcoming Demolition and Dallas Buyers Club, delivers C.R.A.Z.Y. The storyline for this picture is very well written and contains wonderful characters and a great script. The acting is excellent and the cast includes Michel Cote, Marc-Andre Grondin, Danielle Proulx, Emile Vallee, and Pierre-Luc Brillant.

"That's it. Go kill yourself.".

I heard about this film about 7 or 8 years ago from a coworker who saw it at a film festival. I honestly never thought I would get a chance to see it...but there it was on Netflix. I thought this film was awesome. The character development and portrayals were right on point. I strongly recommend seeing this film and would place it in the same light as Stand by Me and other great coming of age pictures.

"All I can say is that I got a surplus of male hormones.".

Grade: A.