Review of Little Children (2006) by Melanie-Ann D — 28 Dec 2010
Little Children" is quite simply put, brilliant. It helps that the source material is top-notch but "Little children" has a cracker of a script! While Kate Winslet, as usual, turns in a fine performance as an embittered housewife it is Jackie Earl Haley who puts in a tour de force.
He practically chews up the scenery when he's on screen. I can't remember where I've seen him before, but it was a long time ago. Kudos to whoever cast him in this role. The story is a simple one and one can imagine this making a good play as the locations are simple and few.
While other films make a big show about "cinematography" and special effects, "Little Children" simply gets on with what's important. Storyline. Dialogue. Acting. I can't imagine why "Little Children" was overlooked at this years Oscar.
In my opinion, it stands its own against "The Departed" et al. Update: Having seen the exalted "Little Miss Sunshine" with Supporting Actor Winner Alan Arkin, all I can say is, Jackie Earl Haley was robbed!!!! What a travesty of justice!!!
This review of Little Children (2006) was written by Melanie-Ann D on 28 Dec 2010.
Little Children has generally received very positive reviews.
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