This is a fantastic film. Laura Linney and Philip Seymour Hoffman both deserve to be nominated for Oscars for their portrayals. They complement each other so well, at the same time creating complex individual portraits. Laura Linney deserves to be nominated for her neurotic temp who is going through a mid-life crisis. Her character undergoes a major transformation, and Ms. Linney makes it completely believable through every scene. There are wonderful subtle touches throughout the entire film. If you want to see great acting, then this is the film of the season for you.
This is a fantastic film. Laura Linney and Philip Seymour Hoffman both deserve to be nominated for Oscars for their portrayals. They complement each other so well, at the same time creating complex individual portraits. Laura Linney deserves to be nominated for her neurotic temp who is going through a mid-life crisis. Her character undergoes a major transformation, and Ms. Linney makes it completely believable through every scene. There are wonderful subtle touches throughout the entire film. If you want to see great acting, then this is the film of the season for you.