Preview: Frozen River (2008)

• Poster: B-

Review:

We've seen this type of image before and while it's not particularly compelling, it is at least fits with the story. It's not the best winter motif poster, but it's better than many of last year's attempts.

• Trailer: B+

Review:

There's nothing quiet about this contemplative story looking at the life of a mother desperate for her children's survival taking on dangerous and illegal tasks. Watching her slowly break down under the pressure of providing for her kids, the film looks like it could be everything Babel wanted to be but was afraid to attempt.

Oscar Prospects:

If this film is as good as it looks, I would hope the Academy could make some room on Oscar Morning, especially for Melissa Leo and the screenplay, but I'm not certain they'll be able to pick up on it...after all, The Sweet Hereafter didn't manage to earn much in the way of Oscar recognition.

Release Date:

• August 1, 2008

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (June 29, 2008) Original