Social Repartee

Rating: 7/10 (17 July 2007)

I thought the film was completely hilarious and a sensitive portrayal of some things about American society that are really frightening. So many subtle nuances I could go on and on. The uncle who wanted to kill himself and then came to a family that was more messed up than him. The wife who's working night and day to support her family. The fried chicken for dinner (typical American gourmet cuisine. The boy with the dream that he's so determined to make that he gives up communicating. The drug habituated grandfather who completely adores his grand daughter. The family's long journey across America. And finally the touching innocence behind Olive's determination to make it as a beauty queen.This film is full of touching moments and poignant truths that leave you gasping for breath.