Junebug (2005)

Directed by Phil Morrison · Comedy, Drama

Starring Amy Adams, Embeth Davidtz, Ben McKenzie, Alessandro Nivola, Celia Weston, Scott Wilson, David Kuhn, Alicia Van Couvering, Jerry Minor, Matt Besser, Will Oldham, Frank Hoyt Taylor, Bobby Tisdale, Beth Bostic, Joanne Pankow, R. Keith Harris, Kevin Harlow Jasper, Dan McLamb, Jeffrey Dean Foster, Laura Lashley, Chuck Russell, Tarra Jolly, Jill Wagner, Amy Barefoot, Jamie Castlebury, Carrie Daniel, John A. Van Couvering, Caitlin Van Hecke, Gregory Wagoner, John Eddie McGee, Teresa Fowler, Victoria Houston Jackson, Annette Beatty, Katherine Foster

IHBM9Excellent

On the way to meet with an independent artist in the South, newlywed art dealer Madeleine is convinced by her husband, George, that they should stop to meet his family in North Carolina. Madeleine's affluent lifestyle clashes with the family, but she befriends George's wide-eyed and pregnant sister-in-law, Ashley, who is nearing her due date. Through the family, Madeleine gains greater insight into George's character.

My review · Reviewed 04/27/2019

This film appeared on several "best indie lists", not to mention getting four stars from Roger Ebert (ugh I miss him). This is the perfect film to get a measure on what kind of movie appreciator you might be. This is not a film where you can give someone a recap about what the movie is about. Every second of the film has to be watched to be appreciated. It is sooooo subtle. I can't improve upon Ebert's review - I suggest you seek it out. The film VERY much reminded me of one of my favorite Woody Allen movies - Interiors. The scenes showing empty rooms spoke volumes. I think the best part of the film is how Spoiler how non-judgmental the characters are of each other. Also, the ending is brilliant - nobody saved anyone else and nobody saw the light. Instead there was a deeper understanding and the hope for a better future. [collapse] Here are some of my thoughts that I have written in to my journal (not really spoilers) Spoiler

Can't go home, family issues
She is lonely
Something is brewing. Secrets?
They all want a different/better life?
They are all uncomfortable with her touch
Reminds me of Interiors
Do they know each other at all?
Be yourself or sacrifice values?
Deeper bond that what appeared
Subtle!
We are all damaged
Do we really know anyone?
Hope

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