Review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) by Kyle B — 07 Dec 2015
It's a bit over the top in sentimentality but overall it is a nice movie. Lots of people remember this movie for Leo's performance that earned his first Oscar nom but I found Johnny Depp and especially Darlene Cates the stand outs.
People may take Depp for granted these days as he likes to take on fun characters that aren't down to earth realistic people but here is a reminder that Depp can do great things with a tone down realistic performance.
Leo went a little overboard at times. It is a difficult task to take on a part like this with a mental disability without making it mockish which at times it hovered it but overall it still is a commendable performance.
Juliet Lewis and Mary Steenburgen are also really great.
This review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) was written by Kyle B on 07 Dec 2015.
What's Eating Gilbert Grape has generally received very positive reviews.
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