The Killing of Two Lovers

Robert Machoian's 'The Killing of Two Lovers' is an oppressively strong and raw picture that relies primarily on Clayne Crawford's performance - You can feel the underlying tightness of his repressed rage. The majority of the film is narrated from a fixed camera at a significant distance from the protagonists. In some moments, the characters take up just a quarter of the screen, leaving the rest for the sky, mountains, and cold landscapes of the Midwest of the United States. This visual design allows the film to depict the tensions and anguish of a character who has gotten himself into an emotional mess.

Commanding performance by the Lead Actor ! This Film had small budget but delivers powerful punch. Eery Soundtrack and Shooting sequences. Must see in Theatre if possible.

... but lived in a real world, in reality, where unsupported collapse, distraction, deviation and despair far too often rule the roost. An outstanding and convincing performance by Claude Crawford, held high through incredible cinematography and sound that carries you into a fracture as visible, visceral and raw as any you'll come across.

So emotionally raw, you really feel for the characters. Also very visually beautiful.

A low-boil thriller that starts hot and ends a tad hotter. This is the story of a marriage falling apart, with one of the two parties moving on, and the other clinging to what's left. There is jealousy and pent-up rage. There is a nice balance between vengeance craved and responsible parenting. I have very few complaints about this small indie film.