With an unconventional cast like Redford, Freeman and Lopez, one would expect an interesting movie. And that is what 'An Unfinished Life'is. Though I must say that some may find it boring as it doesn't have any flashy special effects or daredevil action stunts. We get a beautiful glimpse of Wyoming state (or was it Canada?) and we are presented with a simple but relevant story.
To me, 'An Unfinished Life'is about forgiveness and one who doesn't forgive will always live a life unfinished or incomplete. We are presented with many such characters who hold a grudge, either against themselves or against someone else: Einer against himself and Jean, Jean against herself, Mitch against the bear. All these characters learn to forgive themselves and see the brighter side of their lives and their world.
Starting with the best performance, Morgan Freeman is superb as always. I don't think further explanation is necessary. Lopez is brilliant. After a long time (since 'Out of Sight'?) she does a fine acting job. Redford is good and Manheim shines in a brief role. Gardner is terrific and much less annoying than other child actors. Lewis is a typical bad-guy woman beater. Hallstrom's direction is getting better. He coherently tells us the story.
'An Unfinished Life' has heart and it tells a simple story in a beautiful fashion.
To me, 'An Unfinished Life'is about forgiveness and one who doesn't forgive will always live a life unfinished or incomplete. We are presented with many such characters who hold a grudge, either against themselves or against someone else: Einer against himself and Jean, Jean against herself, Mitch against the bear. All these characters learn to forgive themselves and see the brighter side of their lives and their world.
Starting with the best performance, Morgan Freeman is superb as always. I don't think further explanation is necessary. Lopez is brilliant. After a long time (since 'Out of Sight'?) she does a fine acting job. Redford is good and Manheim shines in a brief role. Gardner is terrific and much less annoying than other child actors. Lewis is a typical bad-guy woman beater. Hallstrom's direction is getting better. He coherently tells us the story.
'An Unfinished Life' has heart and it tells a simple story in a beautiful fashion.