Beautiful Movie.

Rating: 10/10 (26 January 2009)

Revolutionary Road is a beautifully directed film done by Sam Mendes. Highly Acclaimed director of American Beauty. This movie struck me in the heart. It made me sad just to think about being in the position of Frank and April Wheeler. Having to live through life like that. Also with 2 kids. This is a truly heartfelt and emotional piece done by to amazing Actors.
Kate winslet- This is truly a career defining performance. She is won of the few actors who can show so much emotion and expression such a little look. The character April Wheeler is a very complicated character to comprehend.she is a truly confused and emotional mother. Kate Winlset plays her perfectly. So subtle but yet so powerful. Kate winslet was snubbed for her performance
Leonardo Dicaprio- Give this man an Oscar already! his performance in this film was fantastic. Why he did not get a nomination for this is beyond me. Frank wheeler, is a very confused person. He loves his wife but yet hates her at the same time. So much confusion in his life can often lead to emotional breakdowns which Dicaprio plays perfectly.
And might I mention Micheal Shannons performance? Micheal shannon- Micheal Shannon plays Helen Givings mentally ill son John. Going to this movie i would have never suspected such a raw and honest performance. Good Luck at the Oscars.
This movie is a flawless piece of cinema and is truly one of the best in years. Despite being snubbed in the Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Picture categories at the Oscars, this movie will go on to be a memorable piece of work done by an extraoridinary group of people.
10/10