Believe the hype, disregard bad reviews

Rating: 10/10 (6 October 2019)

The controversy surrounding this film definitely lured me into the theater last night to watch it. I have to say it is a dark and gritty movie. I can understand the fears of this film inciting violence but that is not a reason to not see it. Joaquin Phoenix is Oscar worthy for his performance and I am totally blown away by this movie. I live outside of Annapolis, MD where a mass shooting took place not even 2 years ago and this movie is relevant to our social climate now more than ever. I think NOT seeing this movie is doing more damage than seeing it. It may be just my opinion but I do expect to see an Oscar nod or two.