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Uncertainty (2009)

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Reviews Counted:21

Fresh:12

Rotten:9

Average Rating:5.7/10

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 1 hr 41 mins

Genre: Dramas

Theatrical Release:Nov 13, 2009 Limited

Synopsis: Responsibility clashes with freedom as a young New York City couple experiences two decidedly different holidays in this drama from filmmaking duo David Siegel and Scott McGehee (SUTURE, THE DEEP... Responsibility clashes with freedom as a young New York City couple experiences two decidedly different holidays in this drama from filmmaking duo David Siegel and Scott McGehee (SUTURE, THE DEEP END). It's the Fourth of July, and Kate and Bobby are struggling to make a decision: do they stick with tradition and spend the weekend with Kate's family, or do they set out on their own for a spontaneous adventure? After making their initial decision, an alternate narrative emerges to show just what would have happened had they chosen to do otherwise. While the decision-making process may seem mundane, the implications of each choice are profound. Sure, a holiday with the family doesn't seem nearly as exciting as an impromptu romantic trip, but that doesn't mean it will be any less dramatic. As the stories diverge and a "what if" scenario becomes reality, it soon becomes apparent how much one seemingly minor decision can ultimately affect the rest of our lives. [More]

Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lynn Collins, Assumpta Serna, Olivia Thirlby

Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lynn Collins, Assumpta Serna, Olivia Thirlby

Director: Scott McGehee, David Siegel

Director: Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Screenwriter: Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Producer: Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Composer: Peter Nashel
Studio: IFC Films

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You either swallow it and learn to love it, or you start running.

Full Review Source: L.A. Weekly | comment Comment
12/14/09
Philippe Garnier
Philippe Garnier
L.A. Weekly

Some viewers may find fault with the basic idea, but Uncertainty is undeniably fascinating.

Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
12/11/09
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid

The film bets everything on an unconventional structure, but fails to do much with it.

Full Review Source: San Francisco Chronicle | comment Comment
12/11/09
Walter V. Addiego
Walter V. Addiego
San Francisco Chronicle
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A tiny little piece of awesomeness.

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11/19/09
Mike McGranaghan
Mike McGranaghan
Aisle Seat

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Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
11/19/09
Jesse Hassenger
Jesse Hassenger
Filmcritic.com

A satisfying romantic drama with two alternate stories and a remarkably fresh and vibrant performance by Lynn Collins.

Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice | comment Comment
11/17/09
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Spirituality and Practice

A brilliantly-conceived, well-executed, micro-budgeted, action-packed thriller which gives a whole new meaning to 4th of July fireworks.

Full Review Source: NewsBlaze | comment 1 Comment
11/16/09
Kam Williams
Kam Williams
NewsBlaze

Has an interesting concept along with a terrific cast, stylish cinematography and interesting use of symbolism, but it's often rather bland and too low on imagination, credibility and wit.

Full Review Source: NYC Movie Guru | comment Comment
11/14/09
Avi Offer
Avi Offer
NYC Movie Guru

Indie drama asks -- but doesn't answer -- big questions.

Full Review Source: Common Sense Media | comment Comment
11/13/09
S. Jhoanna Robledo
S. Jhoanna Robledo
Common Sense Media

A taut, skillful exercise in cinematic clockwork.

Full Review Source: New York Times | comment Comment
11/13/09
Stephen Holden
Stephen Holden
New York Times
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Excellent New York City location shooting and the ever-reliable Joseph Gordon-Levitt can't salvage this gimmicky, overlong thriller from Scott McGehee and David Siegel...

Full Review Source: New York Post | comment Comment
11/13/09
Lou Lumenick
Lou Lumenick
New York Post
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An odd metaphysical exploration that never stops feeling like a stunt.

Full Review Source: Metromix.com | comment Comment
11/12/09
Geoff Berkshire
Geoff Berkshire
Metromix.com

The leads are immensely appealing, but the sum of their experiences equals nothing more profound than two earnest people wrestling with a tough decision.

Full Review Source: AV Club | comment Comment
11/12/09
Scott Tobias
Scott Tobias
AV Club

A young couple between a rock and a hard place must choose whether to go to a family dinner or run from gangsters, but only the latter choice is intereting.

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11/12/09
Harvey S. Karten
Harvey S. Karten
Compuserve

Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Lynn Collins are so interesting that it's easy to put up with the decision-making dithering that goes along with the title.

Full Review Source: Entertainment Weekly | comment Comment
11/11/09
Lisa Schwarzbaum
Lisa Schwarzbaum
Entertainment Weekly
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Bobby and Kate are puppets on strings, both pulled roundabout through McGehee-Siegel’s phony proving ground toward a howler of a final exchange.

Full Review Source: Time Out New York | comment Comment
11/11/09
Keith Uhlich
Keith Uhlich
Time Out New York

The result is some nice atmospherics tethered to a cripplingly half-baked existentialism.

Full Review Source: Village Voice | comment Comment
11/10/09
Ella Taylor
Ella Taylor
Village Voice
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It's a fascinating experiment that also happens to be an interesting and highly watchable movie.

Full Review Source: Hollywood & Fine | comment Comment
11/09/09
Marshall Fine
Marshall Fine
Hollywood & Fine

For all of the earnest effort that Collins and Gordon-Levitt exert on characters that they created much improvised dialogue for, you're always aware of the narrative artifice surrounding them.

Full Review Source: ColeSmithey.com | comment Comment
11/08/09
Cole Smithey
Cole Smithey
ColeSmithey.com

Gordon-Levitt adds another memorable character to his growing gallery of exquisite performances and Collins is a perfect match.

Full Review Source: Boxoffice Magazine | comment Comment
11/05/09
Pam Grady
Pam Grady
Boxoffice Magazine
 
 
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