Not what it's cracked up to be!

Rating: 4/10 (27 September 2015)

Based on the reviews of this film I was full of hope and optimism for a thoroughly good film. Boy was I disappointed. I'll keep this short as possible as it's my personal opinion and a bit of a rant at the same time.
I did not, at any point feel sorry for the main character. The daughter yes, as the circumstances of the story were tragic for the young one however the main character in my eyes was nothing more than a thug with major mental health issues. One might even say he is a few tiles short for a full roof.
Yes the death of his wife was tragic, yes I understand he would be absolutely lost but what normal person would then go ahead portraying themselves like that. Best thing for thugs like that is take them to the Soylent Green factory, at least then they will contribute something worthwhile to society! There is no need in society for complete lunatics like his character portrayed themselves. Some people are likening this to Rocky which is absolute rubbish. Not once did the character of Rocky start being a complete and utter nutcase.
I've watched some brilliant dramas over time, ones that really did give you that "lump in the throat" feeling for the characters facing hardship and/or loss. I watched this film feeling practically emotionless.
Maybe I'm getting grumpy in my old age, certainly less tolerant of wastes of space, scumbags but this is one film I shall not be recommending to anyone.
I can see many people adore this film and they obviously have a different take on the main character but fundamentally, for me, I would, if I could, steer well clear of any film whose main storyline revolves around a nutcase who "makes it good in the end". Sorry but you have to be slightly "tapped" in the head to be capable of being that person in the first place.