Review of Towelhead (2008) by Jessica B — 19 Mar 2009
Alan Ball writes (adapts) and directs.
Powerful in capturing the awkward and tumultuous moments of sexual awakening and identity affirmation. Summer Bishil shines in the lead role of Jasira, and Aaron Eckhart is to be commended for taking on this controversial role.
The cinematography of suburbia is great and the absurdity of its layout and American flags are exactly how these things exist in reality.
I watch a lot of exploitation, so I'm not really shocked by any of the content here. I'm more surprised that it never elevates itself to say "Happiness" or Ball's own "Six Feet Under" levels but hovers in the realm of too serious about itself to be resounding.
Overall, the movie is good but never elevates to greatness due to the flat nature of the supporting characters.
This review of Towelhead (2008) was written by Jessica B on 19 Mar 2009.
Towelhead has generally received positive reviews.
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