Friday, December 26, 2014

Movie #986 ........................."Unhook the Stars"


Movie #986 "Unhook the Stars" was a nice indie film that I enjoyed a couple of days ago.  It was fun watching Gena Rowlands and Marisa Tomei interact, and to see Moira Kelly in a different role for her (here she is the wayward daughter).  The little boy is a scene stealer, and Gena, who is recently widowed, seeks a mothering influence on somebody, anybody, and in walks the little boy, who is in need of her guidance. The scenes between them are glorious, and I enjoyed that.  Really, this was a good indie film, pushing more emphasis on character and less on plot, and I liked that about the film.  The ending is ambiguous as to what will happen, but it's a step forward and rather satisfying to the discerning watcher.  Well done!










Unhook the Stars1996R   I would give this film 3.5 out of 5 stars.
With no one to look after at home for the first time in her long life, Mildred decides to help out her neighbor, a single mom in need of a babysitter. Over time, Mildred's budding friendship with the mom and son transforms her melancholy outlook.

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