A young Connecticut couple raising two children contemplate moving to Paris in the mid-1950's. As their relationship begins to crumble only days before the move the two blame each other for their situation.
Kate Winslet (April), Leonardo DiCaprio (Frank), David Harbour (Shep), Kathy Bates (Mrs. Givings), Kathryn Hahn (Milly), Dylan Baker (Jack), Keith Reddin (Bandy), Max Casella (Ed), Michael Shannon (John).
Revolutionary Road is the story of April and Frank Wheeler. Meeting and marrying when young, the film follows their lives as they struggle with their careers, raising children, and each other. Along the way there are lies, deception, and some love. What the story doesn't have is an ending. The film finishes with no real resolution or even a point of any kind that we could find.
Shannon was a real standout in this one with a role that complimented his talents. Winslet and DiCaprio both did quite well and their obvious chemistry fits this film perfectly. Harbour was enjoyable, and Bates delivered nicely as always. The remaining cast was solid and delivered good quality.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are nicely done and feel fitting for the period. Mild action was good. Dialogue was enjoyable with reasonable depth and movement. Sound was solid while the soundtrack was enjoyable with some period fitting pieces.
Revolutionary Road is not a revolutionary film, but it is somewhat entertaining. Those who enjoy a solid drama, or light romance, should enjoy this one. Those looking for moral lessons or the satisfaction of an ending with purpose may be disappointed.
With some mild sexuality and nudity, mild violence, foul language, and plenty of smoking and drinking, you should probably save this one for the oldest teens and above.
Released: 2008
Reviewed: 4.10.18
Star rating: 2 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Romance, Dramas based on Books, Tearjerkers
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
Kate Winslet (April), Leonardo DiCaprio (Frank), David Harbour (Shep), Kathy Bates (Mrs. Givings), Kathryn Hahn (Milly), Dylan Baker (Jack), Keith Reddin (Bandy), Max Casella (Ed), Michael Shannon (John).
Revolutionary Road is the story of April and Frank Wheeler. Meeting and marrying when young, the film follows their lives as they struggle with their careers, raising children, and each other. Along the way there are lies, deception, and some love. What the story doesn't have is an ending. The film finishes with no real resolution or even a point of any kind that we could find.
Shannon was a real standout in this one with a role that complimented his talents. Winslet and DiCaprio both did quite well and their obvious chemistry fits this film perfectly. Harbour was enjoyable, and Bates delivered nicely as always. The remaining cast was solid and delivered good quality.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are nicely done and feel fitting for the period. Mild action was good. Dialogue was enjoyable with reasonable depth and movement. Sound was solid while the soundtrack was enjoyable with some period fitting pieces.
Revolutionary Road is not a revolutionary film, but it is somewhat entertaining. Those who enjoy a solid drama, or light romance, should enjoy this one. Those looking for moral lessons or the satisfaction of an ending with purpose may be disappointed.
With some mild sexuality and nudity, mild violence, foul language, and plenty of smoking and drinking, you should probably save this one for the oldest teens and above.
Released: 2008
Reviewed: 4.10.18
Star rating: 2 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Romance, Dramas based on Books, Tearjerkers
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
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