Kinsey
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Movie Reviews of Kinsey
Movie Review: Timely and Bold
Summary: 5 Stars
Yes, this is a movie about SEX. Heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, bestiality, pedophilia and other forms of sexual activities perfumed by the Human animal and the scientist (Dr. Kinsey) that studied them and his life are at the core of this film. The film also tries to answer the question of love and its relationship to sex and the consequences of sex. Yup, it's all about sex, folks!
At a time when "morality" and "sex" are pretty high in the collective American psyche, this film can be safely deemed the timeliest film of the year. It will provoke a lot of uneasy questions in the minds of millions of people (especially in those Red States), which won't be that different from the affect Dr. Kinsey's book had back in the 40's.
Let's face it; sex is never an easy subject. It's an intimate, very personal issue that most people are reluctant to tackle openly. Dr. Kinsey's argument, thus the movie's, is that it's very natural for a single human being to experience different sexual desires. Whether or not it is "legal" to act on those desires is another issue.
The film is very bold and honest in its portrayal of Dr. Kinsey's life and research. Expect to see still images of productive organs copulating (I wonder how that'll go in the Red States!) The acting is superb, the soundtrack is pretty and the cinematography is amazing. All in all, a unique, very rewarding moviegoing experience. Highly recommended!
Movie Review: Post War America Leaves the Closet
Summary: 5 Stars
"Kinsey" was a thoroughly absorbing film that I can recommend to serious movie goers.
In brief, "Kinsey" documents the live of Alfred Kinsey, the American academic who spent the greater part of his life documenting the sexual habits of the American public. He was no voyeur but a serious scientist trying to come to grips with human behaviour. Of course, at the time (1940s and 1950s) Kinsey was regarded as a pervert by some of the more conservative local commentators. In Australia, such people would be described as wowsers. Yet they still exist today and seek to impose their own moral standards upon others. The thought of freedom is anathema to them. The American religious right is their present guise. In the 1950s, they would have hidden behind the authority of McCarthyism.
Liam Neeson who plays Kinsey is marvelous as is Laura Linney who plays his wife. These two seem to have a real and plausible bond. Their efforts should not go without recognition in due course. The large supporting cast is also strong and the director is brilliant with his recreation of post war America.
There are many who will not see this film due to their own moral ambiguities. For the rest, make an effort to view this great work. Freedom may seem scary to some. It is, however, far better than the imposition of morals by those whose believe that they speak for a wider world.
Movie Review: Excellent Biographical Film
Summary: 5 Stars
I went into this film with a little trepidation. Not because I found the material offensive in any way, but because I thought it would be boring -- I was wrong. This film allows us an opportunity to understand the man who revolutionized the way in which we think about sex and gave conservatives a reason to howl (that alone is enough to enjoy the film). One of the great things about this film is that the makers chose to present a full picture of Alfred Kinsey, warts and all. We see this driven man who feels that society's attitudes towards sex are not only outdated, but unhealthy. We also see how this man alientated the people around him, how he hurt his wife and children, and how he didn't see the emotional toll his research was taking on all those around him. Liam Neeson gives his best performances in a very, very long time; Laura Linney is, as usual, fantastic; and the supporting cast is wonderful, chief among them Peter Sarsgaard as Kinsey's assistant and lover. In many respects this is a brave film to make in a day and age when it seems like we've taken a backward turn in our attitudes toward sexuality.Movie Review: This one has Oscar written all over it!
Summary: 5 Stars
I got a chance to see this film during the opening night of the 40th Annual Chicago International Film Festival. Liam Neeson and Laura Linney will definitely be on the best actor and supporting actress short list for their performances. The film chronicles the life of Dr. Alfred Kinsey as he performs research that will eventually become known as the highly controversial Kinsey Report - "Sexual Behavior in the Human Male." The film focuses on Kinsey's research and his life (it could be argued that his research was his life). I found the performances by the entire cast to be superb. The film is well paced and is as humorous as it is informative. Although I'd like to think that we have made great progress in terms of human sexuality since the 1948 publication of Kinsey's report, the snickering and jeers of some audience members during parts of the film tell me otherwise. You don't want to miss this one when it arrives at your local theater. Enjoy!Movie Review: The women with mismatched eyes
Summary: 5 Stars
The most moving scene in the movie for me was when Kinsey interviewed an older women with eyes oddly placed so one was slightly below where it should be. She told how she had ruined her marriage, abused alcohol and generally tormented herself denying that she was a lesbian. Through Kinsey's book, she discovered she was not alone, and had the nerve to confess her affection to her beloved, only to learn it was mutual. Now, finally she had three wonderful years of love. In contrast, those condemning her were vicious, petty and superstitious.
The movie shows how much needless pain and suffering these sexually repressed people inflict on each other. We see these same meddling old biddies arising yet again. We need a new Kinsey to beat them back.