" There is no greater height to fall from, than the adoration of a child "

Rating: 8/10 (3 March 2011)

Country and Western music has spawned many a singing legend. Those who's names we remember, are synonymous with there musical hits which are embedded in the memories of their fans. It easy to recall your favorites whenever one hears one of their classic tunes. In this movie written and directed by Scott Cooper is called " Crazy Heart " is from the novel of the same name, by Thomas Cobb. Jeff Bridges stars as 'Bad Blake' an aging, fading Country and Western singer/songwriter who is regretfully existing on the dwindling admiration he once commanded. His sinking life has become a hazy collection of chain cigarettes, boozing nights and one night stands. Although, close friends try and prop him up, hoping he will change, Blake insist he can make it on his own, despite the fact he is on a downward spiral to oblivion. His salvation it seems appears when he meets Jean Craddock (Maggie Gyllenhaal) a struggling reporter and her young son, who takes a liking to Blake. In addition to Robert Duvall who plays Wayne and Colin Farrell who plays 'Tommy Sweet' adds sympathy and compassion to a superior and heartfelt story. Easily recommended. ****