A stunning film of high quality.
Apparently based on true events which, as told, has the clear ring of truth about it, this movie is highly emotional and deeply moving.
An abused and neglected child often becomes wayward in adulthood, as one of life's failures, be it as a gangster, drug addict or burden on society.
Antwone Fisher as a young adult in the navy, is troubled. He is on the brink of being a loser. He is counselled in therapy by a psychiatrist and it is that relationship which takes center stage in the play.
In flash-backs and therapy the source and remedies to Antwones angst are revealed.
Outstanding performances from the whole cast. The story is in effect a family tragedy with emotional and physical torment. All the actors give full blooded performances with conviction and realism.
One message from the movie is the importance of raising children decently.
The real Antwone deserves success. To have endured wickedness as a child but to rise above that, shows a magnificent character.
And to all those out there who have endured such torment but to have survived and succeeded: you are all winners. 10 out of 10.
Apparently based on true events which, as told, has the clear ring of truth about it, this movie is highly emotional and deeply moving.
An abused and neglected child often becomes wayward in adulthood, as one of life's failures, be it as a gangster, drug addict or burden on society.
Antwone Fisher as a young adult in the navy, is troubled. He is on the brink of being a loser. He is counselled in therapy by a psychiatrist and it is that relationship which takes center stage in the play.
In flash-backs and therapy the source and remedies to Antwones angst are revealed.
Outstanding performances from the whole cast. The story is in effect a family tragedy with emotional and physical torment. All the actors give full blooded performances with conviction and realism.
One message from the movie is the importance of raising children decently.
The real Antwone deserves success. To have endured wickedness as a child but to rise above that, shows a magnificent character.
And to all those out there who have endured such torment but to have survived and succeeded: you are all winners. 10 out of 10.