This is not a movie for those looking for a nicely wrapped up happy ending. Instead it is an exercise in how one lonely, disillusioned women is trying to navigate life as a middle aged divorcee. It's not pretty, but, it reeks of the truths of life. Julianne Moore is splendid as usual and the supporting characters fill in quite nicely. It never ceases to amaze me at how good Moore is in her craft. She gives one sideways glance to the John Torturro character in a bar that is pure acting brilliance. The bottom line is that you will enjoy this movie if you view it with an open mind and accept it for what it is and not what it isn't. On a side note, if anyone wants to see probably the best depiction of a divorced women trying to resurrect her life then I highly recommend Jill Clayburgh in Starting Over. I think you will not be disappointed.
Review of Gloria Bell
