Overrated

Rating: 4/10 (27 December 2009)

I'm still trying to figure out what some reviewers think is "great" or "masterful" about this film. Literally, my first reaction after the film credits started to roll at the end was "That sucked." Sorry, there is no way this film deserves anywhere near an 8. I think I was being generous with my 4. I think as time goes on, the rating will correct itself and come down to a more accurate level that reflects this mediocre or below-mediocre film.
In sum, the film is "nothingness." You keep thinking it's leading you somewhere, but...thud. Nothing. There is no depth, only disappointment. There is nothing to hold onto. Not even the ill-advised and out-of-place twist in the end can save this film. The acting is okay, but not superb, or at least not enough to save the film.
I think the Academy or whoever chooses Golden Globe nominations and whatnot must just be enthralled with Clooney to award this film so many nominations, more than any other film. No way. It's not better than Avatar or Precious or the others. It's just not.
Some reviewers seem to be endeared to the film because it reminds them of their own life or something. I think that skews their views. They purport this great "depth" that is just not there.
Save your money. You WILL be disappointed with this film. No matter what you've heard.