Review of Half Nelson (1985) by Sarah M — 21 Jun 2013
A no easy answer character study, Half Nelson is moved by brilliant performances by Gosling and Epps that, surprisingly, don't work for having an interesting arc but rather by making us feel unconfortable on by being put onto their daily routines, addictions and issues.
Not having happy endings or many glimpses of hope is the biggest selling point of the flick, which won't be the cup of tea for many viewers but it worked for me. Worth a shot if you're into grittier indie dramas.
This review of Half Nelson (1985) was written by Sarah M on 21 Jun 2013.
Half Nelson has generally received very positive reviews.
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