My wife and I watched it earlier in the week. I thought it was emotionally compelling on several levels and highly recommend it. I plan on watching it again.
I thought the 'do-nothing establishment' angles were overplayed, but can understand why given the political goal of the original play (1985); namely, to start a conversation via a kick in the head. Effective even if not wholly accurate.
Time has tempered our expectations for a quick cure; I am aware of only one case considered cured. I had to intentionally suppress my awareness of this fact in order to fully appreciate Weeks' indignant rage at the perceived lack of urgency rather than considering it sheer madness.
I really like the film and there's a lot more to discuss, but hesitate for now due to the spoiler factor.
I thought the 'do-nothing establishment' angles were overplayed, but can understand why given the political goal of the original play (1985); namely, to start a conversation via a kick in the head. Effective even if not wholly accurate.
Time has tempered our expectations for a quick cure; I am aware of only one case considered cured. I had to intentionally suppress my awareness of this fact in order to fully appreciate Weeks' indignant rage at the perceived lack of urgency rather than considering it sheer madness.
I really like the film and there's a lot more to discuss, but hesitate for now due to the spoiler factor.
