Another film where it is virtually impossible to discern what is "real" and what may be dream, fantasy, or mental illness. Equally compelling is the co-dependent relationship between the two women. It's fascinating to watch the range of emotions in a film where (depending on the version you watch) one of the characters never speaks! I am obsessed with their interaction and the powerful dynamics: love, desire, jealousy, envy, resentment, etc..
This is a multi-layered masterpiece that reveals more of itself upon every viewing. Rarely in cinema, has the ambiguous line between dream and reality been so brilliantly toyed with. Naomi Watts gives a subtly nuanced performance exhibiting range that almost seems to defy imagination. Repeated viewings reveal a multitude of characters/personalities she portrays in this one film. Brilliant. Laura Herring's haunting portrayal leaves you longing to see more of her work as well.
Ms. Foster...WHY do you keep making films like this?!? We know you don't need the $$$ and anyone who has seen "The Accused" knows you are one of the finest actresses of this (or any) generation. Don't you want to set the record for number of Best Actress Oscars (TM)?
Abrilliant master work...the plastic bag "film" is still my favorite part and I find the "misunderstanding" between the 2 fathers to be quite compelling