This One is a Bad Bet

Rating: 4/10 (5 May 2013)

Movies about Mental Disorders usually are given a pass by the Public and by Critics. Meaning they are given more latitude than most. That seems to be the case in this overrated Film that starts out quite good but around the second half it becomes unhinged and lapses into a formulaic and very predictable Picture.
There are some good Acting chops and the first part of the Script is humorous and the beginning of the Romantic Relationship is compelling but then something happened. That is nothing happened that was not either outlandish contrivances or painfully predictable. From about the time the Dance rehearsals start it missteps, stumbles and is quite irritating and boring.
The Movie dances around and then forces the ending with some betting gymnastics to the detriment of the subject matter. It relies on the most overused and unexciting Sports finale clichés so everyone can throw up their arms and shout Yea!!! This belongs in another type of pablum known as, we will score just when the clock runs out. Boo!!!
It's hard to imagine this as being sincere about Mental Disorders. More like a handle to grab some cash and awards, pulling the strings and gaining approval for articulating those with handicaps, but here, it all just seems like sleight of hand. There is nothing going on here that deserves any kind of appreciative accolades. In the end it is kind of a cheap shot at the expense of a sensitive, empathetic, and caring Audience.