Where the Heart Is
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Movie Reviews of Where the Heart Is
Movie Review: It is about Good and Bad Influnces and What We do with Them
Summary: 5 Stars
First of all, I give this movies 5 stars. Natile Portman outshines Ashley Judd. To me this movie is heartwarming and good. How many people think because you came from a bad background, that you too have to become bad. In Portman's role, her mother had abondoned her for a boyfriend and left her to be raised by family and friends, she became pregnant and her boyfriend went off and left her at a Wal-Mart store. She lives there for a few weeks, making a list of all items she uses, so she can pay Wal-Mart back. She has the baby, her mother returns and disappears with $500 in gift money given to her daughter. Bad and Evil is hitting this young woman from every angle, but she continues to show faith, bravery and doing the right things for those she loves and those around her. She shows us that you can make lemonade from lemons. It is wonderful, it will touch your heart and make you cry.Movie Review: Home is truly "Where the Heart Is"
Summary: 5 Stars
"Where the Heart Is" is definately a sensational movie that I recommend very highly. Natalie Portman does an outstanding performance and is truly one of the most sophisticated young actresses that I have ever seen. She is definately wise beyond her years. Ashley Judd also does a wonderful job in this drama as Americus' (Natalie) best friend. They are there for each other every step of the way. I have to say, they have one of the closest relationships in a movie that I have ever seen! Even though Natalie plays a young mother in this movie she definately makes her character sophisticated. She knows how to handle herself and her family, and will do anything for them. I support this movie all the way! I hope each and every one of the people that buys this movie enjoys it as much as I did! Heck, I've seen it twice at the theatre and I'm most definately going to order it!Movie Review: Fantastic!
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't usually watch this kind of movie because I usually get bored when things get too deep, but a trustworthy friend recommended it and I must say that I didn't regret buying this DVD!It is a wonderful story, told with humour and a smile, and without sentimentality and broody self-indulgence. The acting is way over the top and I was particulary inpressed with Natalie Portman that nails that trailer-trash character in the beginning and every stage in the evolution to come just as perfectly.
It would have been nice with some decent extras on this DVD, but the movie itself is worth every cent so I'm really not complaining. But still, the price is above average so one would expect a bit more than a few trailers/tv-spots and a music video...
Anyway, don't let this dissuade you from buying it! - Do it or you'll miss a small masterpiece!
Movie Review: Wonderful Surprise
Summary: 5 Stars
This film was an extraordinarily wonderful surprise. The writing was excellent, managing a perfect balance throughout between tear-jerking scenes and comedic moments. Every time it teetered close to the edge of cliche, it pulled back to safety and perfection.The performances by Natalie Portman, Ashley Judd and Stockard Channing were phenomenal. This film had me crying rivers, laughing, and clapping. It left me feeling better than I had felt after the last 10 movies I'd seen combined. It is also exceptional for how unlike other Hollywood movies it is; it tells a story about women with a truthfulness and reality that would not even have been possible to get put on film even a couple decades ago. Indeed, it's still a remarkable abberation.
I can't recommend this film too strongly. For anyone with a heart, buy it and treasure it.
Movie Review: WHAT AN EXCELLENT MOVIE!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Where the Heart is caught me quite by surprise. When I watched this I cried, laughed and felt great at the end. The story is based on a book about a girl who is pregnant and 15, and has to live and give birth in a Wal-Mart. Natalie Portman shines, showing her true talent as an actress. Ashley judd is also excellent. This movie is a perfect example of one that can be great without have a huge budget for special effects and actors. I also highly recommend the soundtrack and the book by the same name, the book is just as good with some parts not in the movie. The soundtrack features a beautiful song played thoughout the movie called "That's the Beat of a Heart". Where The Heart Is was very underrated, it did not get the attention it deserved. I hope you will watch it and get the same out of it as I have!