Review of White Oleander (2002) by Jonathan P — 30 Aug 2009

I have mixed emotions about this movie. The first hour was brutal to watch and I kept thinking if this movie makes the mother out to be a good person I will puke, (luckily it changes tone towards the end).

My issue is the fact that many of the problems faced in this movie were so simple to correct. Everyone chooses their own paths and even though struggles may occur we choose what becomes of us. So maybe I am a bit harsh on my rating it could be a bit higher but I really didn't enjoy this movie much.

The acting was way to over-the-top from Michelle Pfeiffer (she was so creepy it seemed fake). Girls will defintely enjoy this much more than guys.