Was this supposed to be a comedy? The idea of it is funny, but no one moment in it conjured up so much as a giggle.
There are several reasons for this I think. One is that no one really seemed to be enjoying themselves. Especially Dermot Mulroney, who must be the most dull actor in the business. His role, the reluctant partner in crime/ cold and uncaring husband--about as close as the film has to a villain, had its opportunities to provide some much needed comic relief. Had they cast the role with someone who had more personality, it would have made a world of difference.
Linda Fiorentino is adequate in her role as Carol, bored small town wife/physical therapist. She's right for the role, but doesn't command your attention the way a lead character should. She's always been a bit of a stiff anyway.
Not surprisingly, the best performance here is Newman, playing ex-bank robber Henry. He's been at it so long he could pull this stuff off in his sleep. For much of the movie, he literally does.
To its credit, it moves along nicely and actually contains a few surprise twists. Credit the writer and director for this. I was disappointed, though. This could have been much better.
Grade: D+
There are several reasons for this I think. One is that no one really seemed to be enjoying themselves. Especially Dermot Mulroney, who must be the most dull actor in the business. His role, the reluctant partner in crime/ cold and uncaring husband--about as close as the film has to a villain, had its opportunities to provide some much needed comic relief. Had they cast the role with someone who had more personality, it would have made a world of difference.
Linda Fiorentino is adequate in her role as Carol, bored small town wife/physical therapist. She's right for the role, but doesn't command your attention the way a lead character should. She's always been a bit of a stiff anyway.
Not surprisingly, the best performance here is Newman, playing ex-bank robber Henry. He's been at it so long he could pull this stuff off in his sleep. For much of the movie, he literally does.
To its credit, it moves along nicely and actually contains a few surprise twists. Credit the writer and director for this. I was disappointed, though. This could have been much better.
Grade: D+