Even though he's heavily scaled back on the dreamy thoughtful moments and sullen voice-overs, Green is still sternly focused on bringing realistic characters to the screen and that's what carries the film. Sam Rockwell is great as always but it's Kate Beckinsale that surprises. I haven't seen her in much but I just sort of figured she was just another pretty "action" star. Here she displays all sorts of emotions and characteristics that turn what could have easily been a repulsive character into something sympathetic.
It's a grim, grim story that you know is going to end in tragedy by the opening 2 minutes but with so many layers and interesting characters it keeps you gripped onto exactly how it's going to end.
4 forgotten bunnies out of 5
