Clunk

Rating: 5/10 (14 May 2005)

I caught this at the SF International Film Festival. After the screening, screenwriter/director Paul Haggis ("Million Dollar Baby") explained that this film started with his real-life experience of being carjacked in LA. Maybe that's why that particular storyline carries some impact. In particular, Sandra Bullock is terrific as the angry and brittle carjackee. Unfortunately much of what follows feels concocted. A good ensemble cast is put to work illustrating various aspects of and making points about Racism In America Today. Points for a few powerful scenes, points off for lot of preposterous plotting and dialog. This movie will impress thoughtful teenagers.