It's been quite a while since I cried during a movie, so hats off to director Marc Forster for producing a tear-jerker of note.
Based on Khaled Hosseini's beautiful best-selling novel, this tragic tale of friendship, betrayal and redemption unfolds against the depressing backdrop of the atrocities of war.
The skillful screenplay presents the disturbing elements of the story with a dexterous discretion, shocking the viewer just enough to want to disengage, but pulling back just before you do. It's as compelling as it is sad. It's also accomplished because it deftly avoids overblown sentimentality.
There are strong performances by a cast of unknowns, and the child performers out-act the adults at just about every turn.
This film is highly recommended, as is a box of tissues while you watch it.
Based on Khaled Hosseini's beautiful best-selling novel, this tragic tale of friendship, betrayal and redemption unfolds against the depressing backdrop of the atrocities of war.
The skillful screenplay presents the disturbing elements of the story with a dexterous discretion, shocking the viewer just enough to want to disengage, but pulling back just before you do. It's as compelling as it is sad. It's also accomplished because it deftly avoids overblown sentimentality.
There are strong performances by a cast of unknowns, and the child performers out-act the adults at just about every turn.
This film is highly recommended, as is a box of tissues while you watch it.