I watched Virginia in three parts, because it was slow enough that I kept drifting off. Jennifer Connelly did what she could with what she had. I found the overall story unmoving. I think if the focus had been more on Virginia, and had the story generated more chemistry between her and her son, it might have seemed more redemptive at the end. As it was, the film ranged from sad to emotionless.
I was told that I should see Virginia just for the shoot out alone. In fact, some of the reviews talk specifically about the amazing 'shootout', which consists of Virginia firing one shot, followed by a montage of the Sheriff's department shooting at her windows. If that's what passes for a 'shootout'...well...it left me tired. Very tired.
From the time the son put on the dress, I knew exactly where it was going.
I was told that I should see Virginia just for the shoot out alone. In fact, some of the reviews talk specifically about the amazing 'shootout', which consists of Virginia firing one shot, followed by a montage of the Sheriff's department shooting at her windows. If that's what passes for a 'shootout'...well...it left me tired. Very tired.
From the time the son put on the dress, I knew exactly where it was going.