Beautifully done, yet still not the best...

Rating: 7/10 (27 January 2009)

Well it isn't the BEST movie I've seen, but putting it down as the WORST movie? That's harsh. Especially based on personal preference, not the movie itself (acting, plot, etc.).
Eastwood has never been a favorite of mine.. good at his job? Yeah, I guess. This is the movie that changed my opinion. The way everything is delivered in my humble opinion, and regardless of all the comments of the actors needing to find a new job(?!), is perfect. i wouldn't have changed much, if anything at all, because it makes everything more believable. There were faults. The lines weren't delivered perfectly. Big deal. With a plot like this it doesn't necessarily have to be "Hollywood" delivered. Real people don't always say things perfect, and I know if I was in that situation I sure as hell would have been awkward and trying to speak clearly. This was a touching plot overall, and so true to our society today. This is a good movie, and I say that as a disconnected third party observer putting my personal preference aside. A little slow in some parts, but still beautifully done. And I can vouch for the raw emotion it brings forth because along with myself (who by the way, doesn't cry over movies =P), there was not a dry eye in the theatre when done. I would definitely recommend it if you get the chance.
Agree or Disagree?