Closure

Released:  2006
Writer and Director:  Dan Reed
Producers:  Damian Jones;  Kevin Loader
Main Actors:  Gillian Anderson;  Danny Dyer

Overall Rating:  *  *  *
(on a scale of 1 to 4)

Entertainment Value:  *  *  *
Directing:  * * *
Acting:  * * * .5
Story Line:  * *

Summery:  A couple gets jumped by bad guys in the woods - couple survives - they get pissed - they take their vengeance. 

First off, this is NOT a movie for children.  It is violent and, well, there are 'naughty' things in it.  I'm not a big fan of movies with that kinda stuff, but it was essential to the plot.  I had to see this movie because Gillian Anderson is in it.  I suppose I didn't HAVE to see it, but come on, Dana Scully rocks.  I think she is a good actress and I enjoy seeing her in other roles. 

The production design of the film was done well.  There were some really good shots in the movie.  You were pulled into the torment these two people had after being beaten and raped.  I cannot imagine the rage and pain they were going through, but the movie helped me too. 

I had to give the story line only two stars, mainly due to the things I mentioned in the second sentence of this posting.  I realize that having some of it did contribute to the film because it helped pull you in and showed the effects of a violent crime.  Some of it was a bit unnecessary though.  I think one showing of trouble in the bedroom after the crime happened is sufficient.  I get it already.  It's tragic and has long term affects.  It wasn't necessary to show it multiple times.  Those crazy Brits...

I do recommend this movie, but it is not a 'feel good, happy dance party' movie.  It's also strictly for grown ups. 

Favorite Scene:  Alice (Gillian Anderson) in her car after leaving her fathers.  She runs into horseback riders and the fear and realization that develops after seeing one of them is brilliant.  Well done Ms. Anderson.