I saw this movie a few days ago at the new Toronto After Dark Film Festival. First off, this movie was a little more serious than I thought it was going to be after seeing the trailer. Fear not, it has plenty of funny moments though! I was impressed by the fact it was, in a way, a movie where the underdog (such as a kid bullied by the more popular kids) comes back to win in the end without being one of the typical Hollywood 'feel-good' or 'after-school special' movies. At least that was from my point of view.
Rapaport was perfect in this movie. I cannot imagine anyone else playing Les. From his portrayal of being a simple guy with a simple life, to his slide downhill into mental illness, he played the role to a T. He seemed to give himself completely to the character, but was never over the top. He made the character real.
Go see this movie when it comes out. You won't be disappointed.
Rapaport was perfect in this movie. I cannot imagine anyone else playing Les. From his portrayal of being a simple guy with a simple life, to his slide downhill into mental illness, he played the role to a T. He seemed to give himself completely to the character, but was never over the top. He made the character real.
Go see this movie when it comes out. You won't be disappointed.