Rachel is an unfulfilled housewife who suddenly realizes she is searching for something. Unfortunately, when she finally discovers what she seeks, she is frightened by the self-revelation required to utilize her discovery. So, the film falls apart, becoming a story of failure masquerading as success.
The alternate view has to do with accepting one's fate and appreciating life for what it offers. Which is more depressing?
Kathryn Hahn plays Rachel, the housewife. Juno Temple plays McKenna, a stripper who becomes a cause for Rachel. They forge an unsteady friendship that collapses when Rachel defaults on an unspoken rule. Hahn is great in her role and Temple is convincing as the damaged "sex worker" who has learned to adapt to any situation.
All the acting is strong, but the script lets them down, failing to deliver any message that lives up to the promise of the film's first half.
The alternate view has to do with accepting one's fate and appreciating life for what it offers. Which is more depressing?
Kathryn Hahn plays Rachel, the housewife. Juno Temple plays McKenna, a stripper who becomes a cause for Rachel. They forge an unsteady friendship that collapses when Rachel defaults on an unspoken rule. Hahn is great in her role and Temple is convincing as the damaged "sex worker" who has learned to adapt to any situation.
All the acting is strong, but the script lets them down, failing to deliver any message that lives up to the promise of the film's first half.