Review of What Maisie Knew (2013) by Nathan M — 25 Nov 2013
Summary: It's sweet and full of great performances, What Maisie Knew works as a family drama, and will probably pull on your heart strings, even if it often feels too predictable.
The Good: The performances are the film's best assets. From Skarsgard and Vanderham's sweet step-parents to the bitter and disinterested parents portrayed by Coogan and Moore, the cast works in their roles. Director's McGehee and Siegel know how to craft the tone of the film by using beautiful visuals and subtle music touches to help us connect with Maisie.
The Bad: Not much bad to comment on here.
The Smugly (Nitpicks): It gets a little repetitive with many of the storybeats, but it's understandable because McGehee and Siegel are building a case against the parents. Many of the plot points are predictable.
This review of What Maisie Knew (2013) was written by Nathan M on 25 Nov 2013.
What Maisie Knew has generally received very positive reviews.
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