jonpar
Joined Feb 2001
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Monument Avenue is a familiar story that has been done before. However, this film really works due to the fine acting and directing. Ted Demme does an outstanding job developing the characters through his his long and sometimes drawn out dialogue scenes. The cast of Dennis Leary and Famke Janssen are extremely convincing and really make this film better than most of it's kind. Perhaps the small, almost cameo roles played by stars Billy Crudup, Martin Sheen and Jeanne Tripplehorn are what really make this film worth seeing. This is a perfect example of how good directing and acting can make a big difference on a common and somewhat predictable script.
This movie is an example of what a really good movie is. The characters were very convincing and extremely likable. Both Laura Linney and Mark Ruffalo did an excellent job and deserve more recognition than they received. It is Linney's best performance to date and a career making role for Ruffalo. Also, Mathew Broderick deserves to be recognized for his good performance and willingness to make "real movies"
Fortunately, there are actors who still care about making quality films.
Fortunately, there are actors who still care about making quality films.