A cinematic punch to the gut.

Rating: 9/10 (30 March 2010)

Wow. I'm almost at a loss for words. Revolutionary Road was one of the most honest and emotionally involving movie experiences that I've seen in months. It's fairly rare that a film leaves such a strong impression on me, but I'm pleased to say that it has happened once again.
The music, acting, and directing are brilliant, but that is to be expected from a movie with this many talented people involved. I won't go into any particulars about the plot. It's best that a viewer experiences this with no pre-defined expectations, like I did. Just know that there are some incredibly complex issues presented here, and there are no easy solutions to be found. Revolutionary Road is undeniably sad, but there's a complete lack of those "tug-on-your-heartstrings" moments. It's all brutal and true to life. That's what makes the movie so compelling. You can't watch it, without thinking about yourself.