Review of Wise Blood (1979) by Kevin M — 03 May 2009
Brad Dourif's performance as Hazel Motes is oustanding. His talent is only matched by the brilliant direction of John Huston and the writing of Flannery O'Connor. Also Harry Dean Stanton and Amy Write are perfect together as the Father, Daughter team.
It is sad, really, that films of this caliber aren't being produced anymore. Excellent acting. excellent writing. excellent direction. excellent soundtrack, and art direction. I applaud John Huston and the producers for doing the right thing here, and making a film that captured the feelings and the soul of a writer, O'Conner, and didn't give into basic, commercial self - interest.
There was a time when FILMS meant something to people. We don't need another junk pop film; what we need are compelling films for people like Brad Dourif and the like minded talent in his company to have a chance to work in.
This review of Wise Blood (1979) was written by Kevin M on 03 May 2009.
Wise Blood has generally received positive reviews.
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