I really like Zooey Deschanel, so if I find a movie she is in, I will almost always watch it. This was pretty much a downer. I am not complaining, sometimes I really enjoy a dreary independent film. This wasn't awful, but I am not sure I would recommend it either. She looks as beautiful as always and you even get to hear her interesting and beautiful singing voice, but I am not sure that is enough to make me watch this again or tell someone to watch it. Its a very lonely movie, and basically all the characters in the movie are freaking lonely. Its sad really. Its about a kid who very clearly doesn't fit in, wants to get out of his town/situation etc, but feels obligated for various reasons to stay there. In small ways it reminded me of Wendy and Lucy as far as the feeling of hopelessness and despair, although overall I liked this much better, and it did give me a more hopeful feeling in the end. But it was definitely a sad little movie. The performances are really good though, and sometimes thats enough. Mark Webber, who plays Jason is really special. I have seen him a few times, most recently in Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, and I really think he is the real deal. Also you get a few minutes of the adorable Patrick Fugit, and I really love him. I know, I know...this review is all over the place. I probably should have though it over before posting, but I was so happy to have finally caught up with my blog I wanted to get it over with! Its on instant Netflix, so if you like small, sad movies, check this one out. It may not disappoint you. How is that for a recommendation??
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0790676/
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