As bleak as it gets

Rating: 10/10 (20 May 2013)

I do like to watch a good depressing film and I'd wanted to watch this ever since it topped a list of the most depressing films ever. I wasn't disappointed. This film left a deep impression on me and is indeed the most depressing film I've seen.
The story follows four people as their addiction to drugs grows. As well as the usual young persons drug abuse it also features an elderly woman who is addicted to weight loss pills. The film portrays all the drug users sympathetically and treats them as decent people who just happen to have a terrible addiction which makes the results even more sad.
The spiral into darkness starts slowly as you get to know the characters but once it starts it really does spiral fast leading to an unforgettably bleak final reel. This film thankfully in no way glamourizes drugs but shows graphically how they can take an iron grip on anyone.
The acting is of the highest order from all involved but especially from Ellen Burstyn and Jennifer Connolly who are tremendous.
This is an excellent and must see film with a brilliant script, great acting and an ending that will live with you.