We Need to Talk About Kevin

[Brigand]

Saw this movie earlier tonight and quite enjoyed it.

It portrays the relationship between a mother and son, and shows the family unit growing up from baby to teen.

Except for some reason, the boy (Kevin) absolutely hates his mum, right from day one, yet is very happy with his dad. Then goes on a rampage at his school as a teen.

It was very well filmed, lots of nice arty shots, and you really do get a sense of pity for the mum as she has to deal with the aftermath of her sons actions. Also nice to see it was a UK film with BBC and Lottery funding. (Despite all the American actors)

I've never wanted to slap a child more than I have Kevin, he's a right little insolent horror in the movie.

[Daxed]

Excellent film. Ignored by the Oscars.

Well worth a watch.

[durbster]

Not seen the film but it's a brilliant book. It's written as a series of letters so I was a bit sceptical how that would translate to film.

Might as well add it to the Love Film list