Review of Welcome to Marwen

Went into this movie with high hopes for the film. The trailer was interesting and I am one that tends to enjoy about any movie that has Steve Carell is a part. But after watching, I came away with a sense of reading a news article that was peppered with CGI effects that never expands the story. And the story has so much working for it - that it is depressing to see the story filled with moments that had nothing to do with the plot but was trying to stir emotion. It was like throw a laugh in the script so the audience will forget what little substance is in the film. After viewing the film, the person with me said that the effects were very good. And yes the effects were entertaining but to just judge the movie on effects, when they had very little to do with the story, is not a well thought out plan. If you are judging this film on effects I can see a good review. But if you are a serious movie goer that enjoys a story coming to life right before your eyes, then you will be disappointed. I caught myself, about twenty minutes into the film, wondering when it was going to end. Not a good sign.