Review of Dangerous Parking (2007) by Jim T — 05 Oct 2008

I really liked this one!! It is a hidden gem!!

From press packet: Based on the critically acclaimed novel by the late Stuart Browne, Dangerous Parking tells the story of Noah Arkwright, a cult director in the indie film world, whose life is on a crash course, with Noah steering himself towards his own destruction. Noah's life is one of success -and excess. Everything - drink, drugs, girls, fame - that Noah can get his hands on he wolfs down with an insatiable hunger. But he is running towards a brick wall - alcoholism and drug addiction have him firmly in their grasp - and Noah has no interest in acknowledging either until Kirstin, a young alcoholic who has 'seen the light', manages to convince Noah that he is heading for destruction and sets him on the path to reclaim himself. With the help of his best friend Ray, Noah attempts to right his ship -and when fate sends him a guardian angel in the shape of cellist Clare Mathesson, Noah tries even harder to shift his focus from self abuse to self preservation and onto the road to selflessness...

Written, Directed by and Staring: Peter Howitt (Sliding Doors with Gwyneth Paltrow).

Winner of Best Director Award at the Tokyo International Film Festival.

"Even the fast lane comes to an end".

Synopsis from web site: Noah Arkwright is a man on the edge: For years lauded as the best thing about the British Film Industry, success has not been the only thing that has gone to his head. When Noah makes a drunken pass at Kirsten one day, he finds himself forced to face up to his demons and admit that either he kicks the booze, or faces death. Though a tough course to navigate, rehab propels Noah into an encounter with his guardian angel Clare, the woman who might just be able to save him.

But just when it seems he might be happy, fate deals Noah the cruelest of blows?

"British Film making at it's best".

MSN Movies said Dangerous Parking is by no means an easy viewing experience, but those who accept the challenge will be rewarded with one of the most moving films this year.