Review of Bruno

Bruno (2000)
6/10
Cute but flawed
5 February 2013
I liked most of the characters and I liked the plot well enough, but I feel like they never really could choose a theme or a point. By far the worst part of this movie is Gary Sinese. The character is god awful, like literally, at one point he leaves his child, not caring if he has a place to stay. And what's up with his opera singing arc? It was weird, bad and anyway, since when is it girly to like opera, I mean sure, as a kid it may not be the best way to win popularity at school, but I would hardly call it "sissy" behavior as this movie want to shove down our throats. His acting is just terrible as well, He's either wooden as a post or shouting about his "sissy" son in the least believable and most ridiculous way possible. Anyway, aside from Sinese, who I expect better from, the movie is okay. The best part about it is the relationship between the two kids, who provide fantastic, honest grade school kid fun and friendship. It's a mixed bag but I'm glad I watched it, if you're looking for Oscar gold here, I'd look elsewhere, but if you're willing to cringe a little especially at Gary Sinese, I think you'll find something to like here.
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