An education in addiction

Rating: 9/10 (5 March 2004)

For some reason I did not catch this movie during it's theatrical release. Through word of mouth I have now watched it, and it certainly is a fine movie. The subject matter will not be everybody's cup of tea, but for those people who enjoy a serious movie it will certainly prove very thought provoking.
The movie follows four characters; widow Sara (Burstyn) her son Harry (Leto), his girlfriend Marion(Connelly) and his friend Tyrone(Wayans). Set over a year the film follows the characters increasing addictions. I'm sure a lot of the conservatives would write off this film due to the subject matter, but it's a better warning about the consequences of drug taking than most official warnings.
Whilst not detracting from anybody else in the cast, Burstyn is absolutely outstanding as Sara. Many scenes in the movie are memorable and will give you plenty to think about long after you have watched it. 10/10