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Rating: Null/10 (7 March 2004)

Saw it, didn't like it.
Monster (IMO), pushed for a correlation between the woman's heinous crime and a telemovie-like blend of freak circumstances and a person's abused past. I place the blame solely on Patty Jenkins.
Despite my not liking it, some of the elements in this flick (most glaringly the performances) are strong enough to over ride my intellectual disagreement. From the saddening emotional neediness of co-dependent relationships to the depths of love which transcends educational background, social status and yes, even the level of intelligence between the affected parties. There are hence many things going for Monsters. But I just cannot accept it as a great film for the reasons already stated.

Of course, don't take my word for it. Go see it, if only to gawk at the jiggly layer of lard on Charlize's body.