The Chumscrubber

This is a very interesting film that seems descended from “Quadrophenia,” “Over the Edge” and “River's Edge.” It has an amazing cast that includes Jamie Bell, Glenn Close, Ralph Fiennes, Allison Janney, John Heard, Rita Wilson, Jason Isaacs and William Fichtner. It’s the second feature from a relatively new director and it is an impressive showing. The story runs between a satire of suburbia and its dark reality. I really enjoyed seeing Jamie Bell. “King Kong” was the first time I had seen him since his performance as “Billy Elliot” and it’s obvious that he was not a flash in the pan. He will probably have as successful a career as Christian Bale having made the same successful transition from child actor.
Favorite moment: Glenn Close’s silent scream.
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