Three billboards...and a lack of reality
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri There’s a difficult and heartbreaking premise here and some fantastic actors. Unfortunately, the story hits a major speed bump about half way through and doesn’t progress smartly enough beyond it to support its strong start. This review is probably heresy in the critic world as it seems this film is an early choice for the smart or meaningful pick as best film of the year. Writer/Director writer/director Martin McDonagh appears to be a darling in many critic's eyes...I'm not one of them. And I’m here to do my part to say that this film, while entertaining and devastatingly good in places, isn't one of this, or any year's, best. Before getting too critical, here’s some of the good (and many parts are very good): * Frances McDormand deserves all her accolades. She’s tough, human and wonderful throughout. * Woody Harrelson is as good as I’ve seen him in a long while, too. While he’s consistently enjoyab...