Friday, September 3, 2021

Movie review: Take Shelter

When Curtis begins having apocalyptic visions, he decides to build out the storm shelter in his back yard to protect his wife and deaf daughter. As the visions progress, he questions if it is him they need protecting from.

Michael Shannon (Curtis), Jessica Chastain (Samantha), Shea Whigham (Dewart), Tova Stewart (Hannah), Katy Mixon (Nat), Robert Longstreet (Jim), Ron Kennard (Russell), Scott Knisley (Lewis).

Take Shelter begins well enough with some character introductions and setup. The plot takes a while to show up as Curtis begins having unusual visions with growing intensity. Convinced a major storm is coming, he builds out the shelter in his back yard. While doing so, we learn more about his past and Curtis begins to question his sanity. The film feels like it wraps with multiple endings, none of which completely fit.

Shannon delivered very well in Take Shelter with a solid emotional performance. Chastain also did nicely with good fit and delivery. Whigham delivered as usual, and the remainder of the cast supported well.

Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were all well done with a solid feel and nice use of background scenery. Physical and visual effects had good detail and fit for the film. Dialogue could have used a bit more but was okay. Sound and soundtrack were mild.

Overall acting by Shannon, if you are a fan, is the most entertaining part of this film. The film felt like it lacked energy and character engagement.

With some graphic violence, gore, and foul language, save this for older teens and above.

Released: 2011
Reviewed: 8.25.21
Star rating: 2 out of 3
Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller, Indie Drama

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