Hype Followed By Disappointment

Rating: 4/10 (29 May 2005)

Having viewed the HBO production, "Sometimes In April" with a very similar story-line, etc, I was extremely disappointed with the overall presentation of "Hotel Rwanda" on most comparative levels including acting, continuity, and length. On the other hand, I thoroughly respected HBO's handling of this most sensitive and disgraceful Rwandan situation which was effectively portrayed by a virtually unknown cast of extremely talented actors. This is not to say that Don Cheadle and his supporting cast did not perform admirably, but I feel that the caliber of overall acting certainly did not warrant Academy Award consideration.