Review of We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011) by Beelzie14 — 31 Mar 2012
An outstanding film albeit dark, disturbing and uncomfortable to watch. Enjoying this film is tough and unlikely - but being moved by it is undoubted. It flits back and forth along a timeline which extends over years but really encapsulates the emotions (mostly that of hatred and despair) on display.
Whilst at first it is difficult to comprehend exactly what is what, the film quickly begins to tie up the loose ends and places you directly in the centre of a maternal nightmare. Tilda Swinton is captivating in her performance whilst young Ezra Miller is haunting.
Uncomfortable but essential viewing.
This review of We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011) was written by Beelzie14 on 31 Mar 2012.
We Need to Talk About Kevin has generally received positive reviews.
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