“The Savages” is an excellent drama about two siblings from a dysfunctional background who reunite to care for their estranged father slipping into dementia. Director-screenwriter Tamara Jenkins put together this insightful film that gives good lessons in forgiveness and family values.
Laura Linney and Philip Seymour Hoffman deliver nuanced performances, with Linney nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress. Jenkins was also nominated for Best Original Screenplay. The cast also includes Philip Bosco, Margo Martindale, Debra Monk, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Tonye Patano, Peter Friedman, Guy Bond, Cara Seymour, and Kristine Nielsen. All part of “The Savages” from Fox Searchlight Pictures.
The Savages (2007)
cinema
My Review
“The Savages” is an excellent drama about two siblings from a dysfunctional background who reunite to care for their estranged father slipping into dementia. Director-screenwriter Tamara Jenkins put together this insightful film that gives good lessons in forgiveness and family values.
Laura Linney and Philip Seymour Hoffman deliver nuanced performances, with Linney nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress. Jenkins was also nominated for Best Original Screenplay. The cast also includes Philip Bosco, Margo Martindale, Debra Monk, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Tonye Patano, Peter Friedman, Guy Bond, Cara Seymour, and Kristine Nielsen. All part of “The Savages” from Fox Searchlight Pictures.