Running with Scissors- B+

Running with Scissors was a big disappointment to a lot of people. I am not one of those people. According to many critics, the chracters are unlikeable (I disagree), the concept distasteful (I disagree), and the direction uninteresting (well...you know). I have to admit, I haven’t read the book of which the movie is based, but I was deeply invested in these characters from begining to end, particularly the two mothers, played by Annette Benning (who I think is overrated, but good), and Jill Clayburgh (who was nominated for 2 oscars back in the 70’s and nothing since, I think it’s time.) I think that in some way I could relate to this movie, and not just because I’m gay. I get such a trill about seeing how people view being raised, through their own eyes.

The rest of the cast includes Brian Cox, Joseph Fiennes, Evan Rachel Wood, Alec Baldwin, Joseph Cross, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gabrielle Union, and Patrick Wilson. It’s directed by Ryan Murphy. (Creator of Nip/Tuck)
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