God's Creatures

It's been a long time since I last saw Emily Watson in a movie. The last one I remember is Red Dragon 2002. Since then, I have lost track of this capable actress.

In my belief she is tailor-made for drama but she is so versatile that she can act in a vast spectrum of genres. Because she is a typical theater bred actress. She began her career on stage and joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1992.

Back to this movie. It is about a family of four individuals: grandfather, father, mother(Aileen O'Hara played by Watson) and a son in his late twenties I believe. The son has returned home after a long time. He had left home without telling anyone and he returned to give his mother a surprise.

But this was only the beginning. An assault occurred on a young woman who blamed Aileen's son. Now was this true? Aileen tries desperately to find out the truth. Watch the film to find out what happens next...

Acting is mediocre. Watson tries to lift the film but the script is awful. None of the characters in the movie are likeable. The direction is questionable.

Verdict: if you like slow movies of these sort.

Some good drama movies I can recommend: Dial M for Murder 1954, Birdman of Alcatraz 1962, Papillon 1973, Midnight Express 1978, The Onion Field 1979, The Star Chamber 1983, Jagged Edge 1985 and Fearless 1993.

Some of these above are based on true stories. All excellent top-class viewing. Highly recommended and also to add to your collection.