I can see both sides of the issue. On the one hand, this movie *was* made in the U.S., with (mostly) American actors. It has the backdrop of an American city and appears visually as an American film. But the story is definitely European. Someone mentioned that it was like a Greek tragedy and oh how right that person was! I guess the main problem is that most Americans don't really look for a dual meaning or an allegorical situation unless it is spelled out for them. I certainly don't. As soon as I saw Friedrich Durrenmatt's name attached, however, I knew there'd be more to it.
The pivotal scene for me when I knew I should pay attention, was Jerry's visit with the psychologist. It was like a necessary reminder for the dense folks in the audience.
I was disturbed by this film at a gut level. I felt as though Jerry should have at least mentioned his fears for the little girl to her mother. The ending might not have been so unpleasant if the mother had known the potential problems.
BTW, I think Sean did the right thing to divorce Madonna. Can you see *her* as Lori in this movie?
The pivotal scene for me when I knew I should pay attention, was Jerry's visit with the psychologist. It was like a necessary reminder for the dense folks in the audience.
I was disturbed by this film at a gut level. I felt as though Jerry should have at least mentioned his fears for the little girl to her mother. The ending might not have been so unpleasant if the mother had known the potential problems.
BTW, I think Sean did the right thing to divorce Madonna. Can you see *her* as Lori in this movie?