Maybe the Best Film of the Year

Rating: 10/10 (28 November 2017)

This is a terrific film with great performances. There are twists along the way and although the ending may leave some people unsatisfied, I thought it was perfect. The feel of the movie was certainly one of depression and frustration, but at the same time it managed to show hope for the human spirit. No matter how bad things are and how awful someone may appear to be, there is always the chance that there is some redeeming quality and this film brings that out. Frances McDormand is nothing short of amazing. There is absolutely no way she can't win an Academy Award for Best Actress for this role if there is any justice at all out there. It is a great performance, one of the best any actress has ever given and despite the Academy's recent penchant for giving awards strictly based on political correctness (or simply nominating Meryl Streep for whatever drivel she's been in that year), they can't ignore it and not give her the award. And Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell both deserve serious award consideration for their performances. They too are great as are the rest of the stellar cast. A film that makes you think, makes you laugh, and makes you appreciate what you have.