Review of Mermaids (1990) by Sleep W — 30 Jun 2009
Good stuff. Cher plays the realistic slutty single mom who is never really happy and doesn't know how to commit to any man. Bob Hoskins plays the realistic average guy who wants the hot mom but can't quite have her.
ChrisTEENY Ricci is one of the most bad ass 5 year olds or however old she is in this. Chugging red wine and holding her head under water for fun. But it's Winona Ryder who really shines through as the troubled 15 year old who is completely focused on 2 things: 1.
becoming a nun, and 2. losing her virginity to the cute bus driver who drives her to school. The awkward "love story" is quite compelling, as is the believable tension that is constantly erupting within the walls of the family's home.
This is probably the greatest performance I have ever seen from Winona. She is intense and emotional throughout and it's extremely genuine feeling. A classic chick flick right here! It's got a lot of personality! Very well done!
This review of Mermaids (1990) was written by Sleep W on 30 Jun 2009.
Mermaids has generally received positive reviews.
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