Not a terrible film. I actually enjoyed the slow pace, the music of Johnny Cash, and the beautiful cinematography. Quality filming, especially for the late 60s and early 70s. But the story lacked a completed feel. Did the young woman just use the sheriff to protect her dad's criminal business? I think the answer is yes, but then there were times the flirting seemed real. I would have liked to see or hear if their fling was genuine to begin with. Also, what a dirt bag the sheriff was to his wife and kids! Was there no love at all he felt toward them? Does he attempt to reconcile with his wife? I would have liked to connect more to the sheriff while he went through this emotional roller coaster, but because I didn't like him for how uncaring he was to his family, especially the kids, I couldn't feel remorse for him when his lust hurts him in the end. Also, why was his character physically abusive toward his young girlfriend? He actually slapped her and in the same scene seemingly convinces her to run away with him. Weird. His character needed to be a little more likable/relatable so I could experience his feelings better, after all, the story centered around him. I don't like watching films that have no likable people, it's not enjoyable and wastes my time. I'll end with a positive note, every character in this film felt real. Solid acting.
Review of I Walk the Line
