This under-rated gem comes from Steven Soderbergh's "wilderness" years. A solid, well-made film, "King of the Hill" has
none of the splash that charaterizes most of S.S.'s other work; no
kinky plot twists, narrative tricks, or dazzling camera work here.
What this film does offer is a deeply felt portrait of realistic people
in realistic situations, which itself is more than you'll get from most
films these days. Don't expect to be dazzled or swept off your feet
by "King of the Hill;" but don't be surprised if you find yourself
thinking about the poor protagonist and his richly rendered life and
times for days after you see the film.
P.S. Don't miss music star Lauryn Hill as an elevator operator.
none of the splash that charaterizes most of S.S.'s other work; no
kinky plot twists, narrative tricks, or dazzling camera work here.
What this film does offer is a deeply felt portrait of realistic people
in realistic situations, which itself is more than you'll get from most
films these days. Don't expect to be dazzled or swept off your feet
by "King of the Hill;" but don't be surprised if you find yourself
thinking about the poor protagonist and his richly rendered life and
times for days after you see the film.
P.S. Don't miss music star Lauryn Hill as an elevator operator.