God's Pocket

[JacketAddict]

God's Pocket starring Philip Seymour Hoffman is a real powerhouse in my opinion. Hoffman was such a fantastic actor and incredible presence on the screen - I can't think of anything he's done that wasn't compelling. The characters in this film are such seedy, ******** city types that its difficult to like or feel sympathy with any of them - that's what made this film memorable for me - a trip to the dark side of human nature and the struggle to survive in a hard world. Nope, no special effects, hooks or one-liners - just great acting and story telling with a bit of dark humor thrown in.

 

[belfastboy]

God's Pocket starring Philip Seymour Hoffman is a real powerhouse in my opinion. Hoffman was such a fantastic actor and incredible presence on the screen - I can't think of anything he's done that wasn't compelling. The characters in this film are such seedy, ******** city types that its difficult to like or feel sympathy with any of them - that's what made this film memorable for me - a trip to the dark side of human nature and the struggle to survive in a hard world. Nope, no special effects, hooks or one-liners - just great acting and story telling with a bit of dark humor thrown in.

Yes, great movie

 

[Doctor Strange]

An okay little indie flick, directed by Mad Men's John Slattery, that ably captures some desperate inner city lives. Besides Hoffman, it has a great performance by (the also always great) Richard Jenkins. It's set in South Philadelphia, but was filmed in rundown neighborhoods in my old hometown, Yonkers NY.

 

[Feraud]

Huh, I have not heard of this one but will definitely check it out. The wife and I always enjoyed Hoffman's work. Oh and I have to second Doc Strange's mention of Richard Jenkins. The guy never disappoints whether it be a dramatic or comedic role.