Plot: Held captive for 7 years in an enclosed space, a woman and her young son finally gain their freedom, allowing the boy to experience the outside world for the first time – Room
Director – Lenny Abrahamson
Starring – Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Sean Bridgers
Released: January 2016
I first heard of Room, after Captain Marvel came out and was told that Larson did have the ability and when given the chance, rather than coming across as an emotionless robot. So I figured what better time than when we are stuck inside than to watch a film about a mother and son being kept a prisoner in a room and see if that Oscar win was deserved and just how mishandled Larson has been in the Marvel films so far.
Something that I wasn’t expecting given I haven’t read the book, is how much of the film takes place outside of the room, which gave the film a feeling of having two distinct halves, the first where we are seeing first hand the abuse happen on screen and the second where the effects are felt on not just Ma (Larson) and Jack (Tremblay), but also their wider family.
Both stars give outstanding performances. Perfectly portraying many complex feelings, Larson especially manages to successfully overcome the separation you feel from her character, given that the film starts at a point where she is already numb from the abuse she has been subjected too.
As hard as Larson works, really Room is Jack’s show, with the audience seeing the world and meeting characters thought his eyes, Tremblay once again proves to be one of the best child actors working today and well equipt to deal with the heavy emotions that came along with the role, reminding me of a young Haley Joel Osment in The Sixth Sense.
Now this movie is certainly not for everyone given the tough subject matter and unconventional filming style. Some will have a tough time making it through. However, those that do will be treated to a surprisingly heartwarming story made all the better with critically acclaimed acting.
If you liked – Hard Candy, Megan is Missing, Wristcutters: A Love Story
This seems lika movie I could enjoy!
Thnaks for the tip, I hvae been running out of good movies lately 😛
Seems like a nice movie and i am a Brie Larson fan. Will try to watch it on saturday
I have never seen this movie but it looks like a good one for me to watch, I’ll check this out!
I’m adding this to my watch list. Thanks for suggesting this movie, was actually looking for meaningful movie recommendations.
I saw that movie it was such a great movie. It’s a good review that gives a good interpretation of the movie.
This looks like a great movie. I will watch it for sure!
this sounds like a greaaaat movie, a heartwarming one. i will check this one out on the weekend. thank you for recommending!
ROOM has to be one of my all-time favorite movies. I totally agree w/ your review that both stars gave OUTSTANDING performances. Brie Larson deserved the Oscar for this. No doubt. On my blog I wrote about the real life inspiration for Ma.
Ooh, this looks right up my alley.
I haven’t heard of this before. I may have to cautiously approach it. It would be good to see how they succeed upon their freedom.
It’s true that the effects are felt on the whole family. Abuse has very long-reaching, and long-time reaching, tentacles.
Ooo not seen this one before, but deffo something that me and my partner would both watch. this is going on the list x
I love watching movies, but I haven’t heard of this one. Sounds like a good one! I’ll have to check it out.
I haven’t heard about this movie! I think I should watch it. It sounds awesome!
I’ve seen this movie and I must say it really got me hooked. I was a bit emotional at the end but overall it’s a great movie to check out.
This sounds like an interesting movie to watch. I should check and try to watch this movie.