September 13, 2004
Mean Creek
Mean Creek is worth a watch if you ever get the chance. The story follows Sam (played by Rory Culkin - yes, another Culkin!), who gets beat up by a bully at school and then schemes with his older brother and his brother's friend to get the bully back. They decide to do something to George (the bully) that is non-violent but embarrassing. And so, a plan develops for Sam, his girlfriend, his brother and two of his friends, and George to take a boat trip on a local creek.
The great dynamics of the movie come when the kids start having doubts about pulling the prank. George turns out to be a bit nicer than they expect, but still manages to be a jerk. Watching the way it plays out is interesting, especially while learning about the backgrounds of each of the characters involved.
The end runs a little bit dramatic, but I like the way they handle it.
Great acting from all the young kids. They were very natural. I like the deserted setting and how everything stems from personal relationships and backgrounds. Good movie!
Posted by wendytime at September 13, 2004 12:01 PM | TrackBack