Babysitting

Rating: 8/10 (7 November 2010)

Well, my original review has disappeared. So be it. GONE tells the tale of a missing 4 year old and a private eye's desperate search to find her. The trouble is, the mom is a sleazeball who doesn't deserve the kid back. Directed by Ben Affleck, GONE is atmospheric and stars his baby brother Casey, who does a decent, DiCaprio-type turn as the detective. The film is full of great supporting players, including Michelle Monaghan as the private eye's girlfriend and partner. Other familiar faces include Morgan Freeman, John Ashton and Ed Harris. The movie follows the Dennis Lehane novel quite closely, right to the downbeat conclusion. Well worth a look, although those expecting another MYSTIC RIVER may be slightly disappointed. I was not.