Review by nealkattman

I'll run the risk of perhaps sounding negative to open my review. But trust me when I tell you the negatives I have are very, very miniscule for this movie.

Once again I am pleased to give reasons for my one man crusade against "MOVIE TRAILERS" and even more so "MOVIE SYNOPSIS'" This movie is a prime example...

I truly believe that audience members are given far too much information in a typical synopsis. Its almost a waste of time watching a movie if you know the important details about the plot. I didnt read anything or hear anyting about it until after watching every frame of it

I was completely taken in from the opening sequence onward and I know why.

I know people who are what these characters were. I know the feel of small town America and how certain influences are prevalent there. I know how vulnerable human beings can be and I also know how strong and resilient they can be when placed in certain situations. This story exhibited all of this.

But I have to say that I was most impressed by how a guy like Robert Deniro attached himself to this movie. I haven't seen every movie he's starred in. But this was a far cry from anything I have seen him in and it was nothing short of fantastic.

The same goes for John Malchovic. I mean everything about the movie was very real. From the setting to the star actors to the guy playing the pawn shop owner. Now I must admit that I have never had close relations with people like Coyote and Darrius. But Ive known more than my share of Elvis' or at least guys of his level on the food chain.

I really cant say much more without having to hit the SPOILER button and I dont want to do that.