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Product Name: Manchester by the Sea [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2016]
UPC: 031398259671
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A great study of self-worth after a tragedy.
The film features the finest ensemble acting of 2016. At first I did not like this film at all because I found the characters so unlikable. But my mind changed upon second viewing after getting reactions from others who were drawn by its misleading title, which suggests a romantic melodrama in a picturesque setting. It is not that at all.
While many people continue to find Manchester by the Sea depressing, it actually concludes with a scene (that has no dialogue) of hope - and overall the film is a great study of what happens to your sense of self-worth - after you commit a mistake of all-consuming horror. You might ask yourself what would you do if you were in the same situation as the main character (played by Oscar winner Casey Affleck), that is, how would you continue? Would you stick it out or off yourself - would you prefer to move away and isolate yourself forever?
The script and acting are so vivid that it does not feel like acting at all; it feels like you are witnessing a real-life tragedy affecting working class people who are often overlooked by people who live in big urban or suburban areas. This is a first rate movie that will not be appreciated by most viewers - but it does feel genuine. It is a film everyone should see at least once. Very raw but very real.
Posted by dkusumoto
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
HEART BREAKER FOR SURE!
This is a very well cast movie that is SURE to make you cry and break your heart! Casey Affleck and Michell Williams are awesome in this family drama, Kyle Chandler is charismatic as always, and the new comer Lucas Hedges is riveting! I look forward to seeing him in future films! Get out the Kleenex box and prepare to be wrecked - but youll be glad you did!
All around astounding cast, script, acting, atmosphere. Hard to beat this though it is quite sad and very depressing at times. Casey Affleck shines as a father who has witnessed severe tragedy and is faced with several complications in this amazing drama. 10/10.
