Review of Sunshine Cleaning (2008) by Chris E — 20 Jan 2010
From the producers of Little Miss Sunshine, Sunshine Cleaning is a terrific independent film that follows the story of two sisters as they try an odd get-rich-quick scheme: clean up the blood from crime scenes.
On this somewhat-original premise, this dark comedy succeeds at being f'n funny, but in a more subtle way. However, the movie does the last thing you'd expect: fall into the oh-so-dreaded convention.
Whether it be the "why is our mother dead?" Disney trick, or the "why don't men love me?" Lifetime movie plot, some of Sunshine Cleaning's various story-lines begin to wear thin, leading to disatisfying ending.
But the film is saved by the charismatic performances of lead actresses Amy Adams and Emily Blunt, who's on-screen chemistry(you know, in a non-lesbian way) makes this movie. Co-starring roles also shine, such as Alan Arkin as a profane but lovable grandfather(hmmm.
..where have I seen this before?), and Jason Spevack as Adam's seemingly autistic son. Should you see Sunshine Cleaning? Some movie-goers will not enjoy the more subtle humor, but others will find it as a sobering experiance.
This review of Sunshine Cleaning (2008) was written by Chris E on 20 Jan 2010.
Sunshine Cleaning has generally received positive reviews.
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