Unfortunately I haven't read the book and so my perspective is rather limited. I put off watching this film as I had the feeling it was going to be painful, and it was, very much.
The story revolves around the two protagonists (Swede and Dawn), a beautiful couple who seem to have it all, until their daughter (Merry) starts manifesting signs of psychological struggle and extreme anger. One of the main problems is that there are holes in the storyline: why does Merry get transformed like that? Why does she decide to lead such a life? Why do Swede and Dawn keep on being together? There aren't many explanations provided, but just a sad sequence of events.
I liked Dakota Fanning's performance, she gave me goosebumps and I also think Jennifer Connelly did a great job, her character is unbearably annoying and troubled. I am not sure about McGregor: he is the real omnipresent protagonist, but something is missing, there is a sort of restraint in his performance which makes it difficult to understand him.
Ultimately I really don't know what to think of it, after days I am still feeling confused and I think that is the worst part...
The story revolves around the two protagonists (Swede and Dawn), a beautiful couple who seem to have it all, until their daughter (Merry) starts manifesting signs of psychological struggle and extreme anger. One of the main problems is that there are holes in the storyline: why does Merry get transformed like that? Why does she decide to lead such a life? Why do Swede and Dawn keep on being together? There aren't many explanations provided, but just a sad sequence of events.
I liked Dakota Fanning's performance, she gave me goosebumps and I also think Jennifer Connelly did a great job, her character is unbearably annoying and troubled. I am not sure about McGregor: he is the real omnipresent protagonist, but something is missing, there is a sort of restraint in his performance which makes it difficult to understand him.
Ultimately I really don't know what to think of it, after days I am still feeling confused and I think that is the worst part...
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