Panic

Saw it at Sundance - can't remember anything but being uninterested.

The whole movie I strugled to depict William Macy as hit man. But I guess that was the point, he was forced to be that, he wasn't that realy. But I strugled, and I don't like that so -10 points for the movie ;)

Neve plays the usual, & that works, & the picture coasts along nicely at a leisurely pace that never quite allows you to be able to leave with out missing something. About time something was edited decently. The scenes are good & well invested. The overall story, however, never quite cracks the cute little movie feel & so makes the difficulties of the characters little more than amusing trifles. Not much for panic, just a simple little fun.

Pretty slow!

An empty and unbelievable story.

Has some decent moments, but ultimately I just couldn't buy Macy as a hitman. The whole scenario - a suburban father-and-son contract-killing business - just felt contrived and hard to believe in. None of the characters, particularly the father (Sutherland), were developed enough and I had no idea what their motivations were. Why was the shrink on the hitlist? Not explained. Why was Campbell in therapy? Not explained. Some bad over-acting, too, and the kid was very annoying.

The characters, relationships and story come across as significantly underdeveloped. Such an unusual family needs a more thorough exposition than a couple of short flashbacks. And individual character motivations are at times hard to believe in the context of all that is happening in this film.

I did not 'get' or enjoy this movie a lick.

Strange but intriguing story. Whatever happened to Neve Campbell.

I believe it's a defense mechanism when people call this film a black comedy. The reality of seeing this story told in the straightforward manner it is is one of quiet, miserable despair at the hands of those closest to you. Being manipulated, controlled till there's no way out except to perpetuate the cycle.

You should not be panicked about having missed this one. I would strongly recommend Edmond instead.