mariana_gibezzi You'll be all movie waiting for something to happen. The only thing that is well constructed in the story is the fact that Gosling isn't the child's father. Other than that, the rest is crap. Gosling's looks after only 5/6 years at most? The sunglasses all the time? At first it looks like had happened at least 15 years. Then we learn that they got married when she was already pregnant so...hat happened to his appearance! Come on. Too much change for a few year. Not believable, along with wearing the sunglasses inside and at night. We can only assume that they don't get along and are tired of each other, but the last final fight is out of nowhere. We are not explained what is going on and why the relationship is so damaged. We can only assume typical couples problems, and that's not reason enough for a film. It all looks forced at the end. Not a good movie. Don't waste your time.

Mihai Toma It is the story of an apparently normal couple which faces a mid- life crisis and everything seems to fall apart. Their love seems to have vanished and the only thing that keeps them together is their beautiful daughter. Many frustrations were piled together from both sides and the whole relation seems to be on the verge of destruction. Is there anything than can be done and are the members willing to do it in order to save their relation?The movie presents a very hard situation in a unique way, alternating present moments with sequences from where it all began. It describes what happened and how it got in such a bad state but there is nothing impressing along the way. They're just presenting the lives of two people which came together by coincidence, with love at first site, which proved to be a big mistake. Her troubled past still marks her attitude while his lack of affection from the woman he loves unconditionally (the same one that he "rescued" a while back) drives him into a life full of troubles.It is boring, quite predictable, while doing nothing to maintain your interest. To make matters worse, it ends up as inconclusive as it can get, making the whole movie sort of pointless, really. The great presentation and good actors were the only upsides, making this one an average movie which I cannot recommend to anyone.

jerobalalva This film is a hard pill to swallow, it gives us the exact way a relationship can go and it portrays it very well. Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams gave the best performances of that year and certainly one of the best I've ever seen. Is this movie a good Valentines day movie to watch with your girlfriend or boyfriend? no, but is it a good, tense drama about how far can a relationship go? yes. This movie goes through the past and present, what this movie handles so well by the perfect direction of Derek Cianfrance is relationships, getting to know our characters, their character development, how Ryan Goslings character goes from nice boy to alcoholic and a scary person to be with, and Michelle Williams suffering from his actions. The script also by Cianfrance is amazing it captures the development, feelings and the struggles of our characters. The movie is shot very well the movie really looks beautiful. Overall it is another masterpiece in Derek Cianfrances belt of success, this not a Valentines Day movie it will make you think two times of your relationship.

mathmaniac A person can only take so much. You can only watch what you have often seen in real life (and wanted to look away) if you have lived long enough, know enough people, and don't live protected from the dramas so common to people who struggle. A difficult scene for me was watching Michelle Williams' character as she did housework. In the background, Ryan Gosling's character rests with his feet up. You know what? He deserves that. He works at a physically tough job. Does she? Well, yes, in a way - but nursing is a profession that has its own type of physical demands. However, not necessarily lifting heavy objects all day and perhaps climbing stairs with them on your back. You want her to put her feet up, too. You also want the married couple they portray to have an au pair. You want someone else to make dinner and do the dishes. When someone says, "I'm tired" in this movie, I wanted to shout, "Yeah, well, I'm tired just watching you get tired!"Marriage when you're somewhat poor (economically disadvantaged, let's say) doesn't have to be like this. In another lifetime, give me a Ryan Gosling to be part of my struggling marriage and I think I could give it a shot. The man has serious sex appeal going on. There aren't too many people who come out looking good in this movie. Even the doctor who is Michelle's employer seems sleazy when you truly understand what he proposes. In no way does he seem honorable. Wanted: a 'feel-good movie' about being poor. This ain't it. But it is nonetheless wonderful for a one-time viewing. These people are fine actors.