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Title: It's a very good film, but
Review: c'mon people; it's not ready to be put on the shelf next to Citizen Kane, is it? While very well-acted (Close is great) and directed, FA does have its flaws. First, it's hard to feel a lot of sympathy for Douglas' character, who, instead of being happy with all he has (and he has a LOT), has to be greedy and shack up with Alex. Stupid move. Too close to home, and his wife hasn't given him any reason to wander. Second, it's even harder to feel anything for Alex, who's strait-jacket ready almost from the git-go. Third, if they're such wonderful parents, didn't the Gallaghers ever teach their child not to go with strangers? MAJOR plot hole there. In all, a highly watchable flick, but not a five-star special, sorry.
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