Review of The Beaver (2011) by Ovi G — 11 Sep 2011

Most people, in extreme mental depression cases, decide to take the easy way out and commit suicide, this man Walter Black finds his salvation within himself by creating a totally new and virtually different version of him, with the help of a...puppet. I'm not sure whether this film is depressing or filled with joy, depends on how you take the final outcome I guess.

What this film mostly inspires within itself, is hope, hope that no matter what shit life throws at you, someway somehow, the same "life" decides to give you a hand. Or in this case take one off you and let you re-able yourself into a fully brain functioning individual with no one whispering in your left arm. Indeed the case feels extreme, but, and here's the joyous part..."you lose one hand, gain a life back", sound like a bargain, as opposed to the more drastic outcome. A great scene (and I won't spoil it for you), is when Mel Gibson finally realizes he wants his life back, oh boy that's priceless.

I'm really glad to see Mel Gibson properly on the saddle. I didn't know Jodie Foster had this in her, she's always been great but directing, good on you love (with that aussie accent). And of course Anton Yelchin that already has a rich film portfolio and many more to definitely come and it's time to mention Jennifer also, who made a great Mystique and also a nice performance here. Well assembled cast and pretty good chemistry.

Overall, great film, kinda slow, but twisted and captivating, always interesting to see the human psyche at work. Enjoy!

Peace!