Forget Hanks - Spacey is the real Everyman. Although he's a bit offbeat in this film. I don't know if Newfoundlanders would like this - it's a bit stereotyped as far as I can see. Must ask one.
But wonderful scenery, and a pretty entertaining story. Not for everyone.
This review of The Shipping News (2001) was written by Ciaran O on 27 May 2008.
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