Focus (2001)
56 %
Reviews Counted: 81 Fresh: 45 Rotten:36 Average Rating: 5.6/10
Consensus:
Though full of good intentions, Focus somehow feels dated, and pounds away its points with a heavy hand.
Runtime: 1 hr 46 mins
Theatrical Release: Oct 19, 2001 Limited
Synopsis: Set during World War II, FOCUS is based on Arthur Miller's first published novel. It is the story of Lawrence Newman (William H. Macy), a man who has settled into a relatively anonymous life. He lives with his mother, has held the same job for twenty years, and rarely strays from his daily... [More]
Genre: Dramas
Starring: William H. Macy, Laura Dern, David Paymer, Meat Loaf Aday, Kay Hewtrey
Director: Neal Slavin
Screenwriter: Kendrew Lascelles
Producer: Neal Slavin, Robert A. Miller
Composer: Mark Adler
Screenwriter: Kendrew Lascelles
Producer: Neal Slavin, Robert A. Miller
Composer: Mark Adler
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09/22/07
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05/26/06
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Escrita em 1945, a história concebida por Arthur Miller continua tragicamente atual. Felizmente, o diretor estreante Neal Slavin consegue capturar toda a complexidade e inteligência do livro em um filme engrandecido por ótimas atuações.
10/09/03
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11/22/02
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It serves as a forceful reminder of how small a difference there can be between unity and bigotry.
11/06/02
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Its fine cast, particularly Mr. Macy, lift it above its limitations and lend grace to its once-again timely message.
10/15/02
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08/17/02
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08/09/02
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Its most relevant message for today is a warning against vigilante ethnic cleansing.
04/10/02
The most striking thing about the film is the use of color. First-time director Neal Slavin has the kind of eye for color one would expect from an award-winning photographer.
02/28/02
Put this one in the category of decent material, good cast, and misguided execution.
01/11/02
This wearying dramatic thriller is one of most heavy-handed films to come out during a particularly unsubtle cinematic year.
01/04/02
The limited success of Focus rests on the soundness of Miller's concept and the sturdy performances of Macy and Dern.
01/03/02
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