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The acting in this movie is awesome. It is a story that is very real and that most people will live themselves at some point in their lives. The dysfunction of the family members and the history of their past was beautifully played and incredibly realistic. It was not overdone, over the top or underdone. It was just plain human. There are funny moments sprinkled in the film. Not a knee slapper as the preview can lead you to believe.
First of all I want say that i hate when eBay buyers use this 'review' forum to say that they are dissatisfied with an eBay purchase! -So anyway this movie was good. Fine acting from Hoffman and fine supporting acting also. Hoffman stands out and there is a real brother/sister chemistry between he and Laura Linney. I thought the story could have evolved better maybe going into the past father-children relationship and how the family was disfunctional. So the movie was worth seeing for Philip Seymore Hoffman who I sort of look like... (MY sister told me so!)
If you look for honesty portrayed in film, you can't do much better than The Savages. This is an example of the type of film that rarely sees the light of day, simply because it refuses to compromise. Despite it's grim subject matter, there is plenty of humor in this film, which mainly arises from the absurdity of situations that feel so genuinely familiar. All the performances across the board are fantastic, and Ms. Jenkins was miraculously able to get funding for a film that didn't include the casting of a single "pretty young thing". Every single person in the the film genuinely looks like the real article (note: for equally impressive casting, check out Sarah Polly's "Away From Her".) There are numerous places where this film could've taken a turn into typical Hollywood schmaltz and portrayed situations in a less-than-honest way, but it's director and actors refused to go there. Thank goodness they didn't.Read full review
This is a dark comedy about a brother and sister who's last name is savage, they must find a nursing home for their dad. If you are in the same boat, you Have to see this movie. It will help you laugh during a very stressful time. A MUST SEE movie if you are going through this, Even though it's funny, the content in the movie is very true and easy to relate to but it is also hilarous with a fantastic cast. GOTTA SEE IT!
This is a incredible movie, it’s raw, and as real as it gets. Beautifully acted by a true legend. I recommend this movie for anyone that is a buff. I’m very happy that I found it, mint condition, great price, and came fast. 10/10.
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