Review of Shot in the Heart (2001) by Tyler M — 21 Dec 2007

He was worth more dead than he ever was alive.

This is one of the most emotional films ever created. Enough said, this is a powerhouse.

The Story: Gary Gilmore is sentenced to die in 1977. It's a battle of ethics and a race against time, as his youngest brother only has one week to stop it. Do you save the life of a loved one, or are you just interfering with his right to die? Growing up, never really knowing each other, this is the story of two brothers finally getting the chance to get to know each other... But it's too late. It's based on the true story of Gary Gilmore and is a true cinematic work of art. The lighting style, and the cinematography are amazing here.

The Cast: Giovanni Ribisi, Elias Koteas... There's not enough words in the english dictionary to describe how great these two act together. Perfectly cast as Gilmores baby brother, Giovanni Ribisi plays the part with more conviction here than ever before. You'll definitely feel his pain and sorrow as he struggles to understand his brother and fights to make the right decision. Elias Koteas plays Gary Gilmore, playing it superbly, he's an actor that should be seen more often. I guarantee you're going to feel his anger, his frustration, and even what little happiness he has. These two will break your heart, and if you don't feel it than you must the coldest person alive.

One to Five Scale: 5.

This is probably one of the hardest ones to find from my list of movies to see. It's an HBO original from 2001, and somehow managed to get my hands on a copy of it on DVD, used for about five dollars... So good luck finding it... And if you do find it, DON'T HESITATE TO PICK IT UP!!! You won't be disappointed by this one.

Tyler.