Review of Nebraska (2013) by Zachary M — 11 Apr 2016

I'm a huge John Steinbeck fan. My favorite of his works' is The Pearl, a story about a common man coming into great wealth and suddenly finding all those around him wanting to have some or all of his good fortune. That's exactly what this movie is.

It's a tale about greed. How people and family you once thought where your friends turning on you and doing anything in their power to sabotage you. It's also about discovery. Discovering a different side to your parents and really yourself that you never knew existed. The stark black and white also highlights the bleak atmosphere of the town and the story. Showing how the thing you thought you knew best where in fact secretly terrible.

The story's climax is one of hope and optimism. An optimism for a renewed respect and appreciation for your family and the discovering who you can really trust in life.

Well, at least it has a happier ending than The Pear.