mementojetee It's a gem because it is quirky, yet real, and well-done. The rough being that most people have never heard of this movie and then one has to hope they are not a square. I watched this movie 2 times, at least 10 years in-between, and was surprised at how good of a film it was both times. It has some disturbing moments, as I remember, but overall is a sweet heart-felt film with cinematic surprises to boot. When I think of IMDb ratings being flawed, this film comes to mind. Perhaps, this is just do to the word still not getting out, or perhaps it is never going to reach approval by the masses, but if you like to see something different with excellent writing, direction, and acting it would do you good to watch this film and give it a 10 too. By the way females seem to like this movie better than males according to the demographic breakdown but maybe the guys thought this was going to be like Reservoir Dogs, a good film, but not this one.

IcyRoses So, I just got done watching this unending movie, and was just wondering what was the point? Many pointless scenes just thrown together and make absolutely no sense. Sam Rockwell does a good job, but his unneeded accent got on my nerves. Little Mischa Barton is just as bad as a kid, she needed a good acting coach even then. And don't even get my started on the story...it's literally all over the place! If you like pointless movies about weird people, then this is for you. It has potential, but ruins it with the story and incredibly weird scenes. I mean, what's the deal with Angie Harmon in this? So we could see her naked? PLEASE! So, if all you "fans" could explain it to me, I'm here.

Ashley Ethridge Ignoring anything remotely resembling a more polished big-budget feature ala - strong supporting cast, editing, cinematography, musical score, etc....and focusing just on the painful yet beautiful character development and slowly evolving story...this film is nothing short of brilliant. The director explores a wide range of relevant topics including our collective interpretation of social norms, family expectations, seemingly inappropriate relationships (based on ignorance), personal hypocrisies, the class system, our isolation and longing for connections/acceptance, etc etc. Sam Rockwell and Mischa Barton's performances and for lack of a better word (given the subject matter) "chemistry" are amazing. I just fell in love with this film!

dead47548 An absolutely adorable, uplifting, beautiful story centered around two of the best performances I've ever seen. It's a witty, subtly hilarious tale of a young man and a little girl from different worlds who form the most beautiful friendship I've ever seen. Of course due to their backgrounds and their ages they have to keep this budding friendship a secret and when it's discovered everyone gets angry. There are a few little subplots of adultery and homosexuality that are surely interesting, but nothing compares to how much this friendship compelled me. I could have watched those two interact for days and not gotten bored for a single second. They were magical. And the ending had me in tears. The "Home is in my hands" scene just had me crying like a little girl. Sam Rockwell and Mischa Barton were flawless in their roles. Easily two of the best performances I've ever seen.