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Review title: Hallmark movie of the week with a dark twist.
Product review: The story certainly is a strong one, to the book author's merrit. However I find the execution of the film to be very academic and has thus somewhat of a made for TV feel. The cinematography, editing and soundtrack don't offer any suprises. Production and sound design are acceptable. Unfortunately I have to admit that I wasn't sold on some of the kid performances.It seems to me that nobody - despite the heavy subject matter - tried to push the limits. Which is certainly possible without having to show additional violence as the most talented directors have proven us. Was the main objective to produce a film that is in the end an easy sell? Please note the Starz network logo in the beginning of the film who took over distribution for the US market.With an edgier take on the art direction and a visually more compelling director this could have been a very powerful film.
