A very fanciful film about a woman who grew up without parents (for all intents and purposes) and who is abandoned by the only maternal figure in her life, (the neighbor) who grows up to be an obsessive and controlling mother who's entire world revolves around her little boy. He is home-schooled and kept from any other kids his own age, his mother wanting desperately for him to stay not only her little boy, but also her best friend, forever. Through many flashbacks (all done in a very rosy colored lens and 'artistic' camera movements) we learn how strange and lonely her childhood was, by way of being an excuse for how she turned out.
All in all, this movie had potential. It's an interesting, if not groundbreaking, concept, with a cast that should at least peak your interest. Once you get into the movie, you immediately notice that Kevin decided that this would be an 'Art Movie', going for the over-reaching yet badly executed camera work and over uses his color filters and softening lenses. Although built on a good premise, the movie never gives you the incentive to get involved with the characters, and there is little to no development. It lacks the meat you want in an art movie, and the charm you expect from an out-of-mainstream flick.
My impression? It's not dismal, because it's never extreme enough for that. It gives the impression that it was directed by a first-time to Hollywood director, who called in a few favors cast wise. Not worth it.
All in all, this movie had potential. It's an interesting, if not groundbreaking, concept, with a cast that should at least peak your interest. Once you get into the movie, you immediately notice that Kevin decided that this would be an 'Art Movie', going for the over-reaching yet badly executed camera work and over uses his color filters and softening lenses. Although built on a good premise, the movie never gives you the incentive to get involved with the characters, and there is little to no development. It lacks the meat you want in an art movie, and the charm you expect from an out-of-mainstream flick.
My impression? It's not dismal, because it's never extreme enough for that. It gives the impression that it was directed by a first-time to Hollywood director, who called in a few favors cast wise. Not worth it.