There is a
sincere honesty in both the writing and the portrayal of Kelly (Juliette Lewis)
in Kelly & Cal, however derivative, predictable and unpleasant as the film
itself may be. The real honesty is that there are some narratives that I would
simply prefer not to see, both for lack of enjoyment and originality,
regardless of how well they are executed. Juliette Lewis gives a wholly
convincing performance as punk rocker-turned suburban mom, but the screenplay
by Amy Lowe Starbin left a bad taste in my mouth.
Do we really need another film about
an adult lusting after a teenager in an attempt to escape growing up and
growing old? Kelly is a new mother who moved to the suburbs to please her
husband and his family, who often stop by for judgmental comments about her
parenting skills. It is no surprise that Kelly is unhappy, but the film loses
all ability to sympathize with her when she begins an uncomfortable
relationship with her seventeen-year-old neighbor. Cal
There are a lot of conversations
about dreams, art and music, but it is clear that all of Cal
The DVD special features include a
featurette and a trailer.
Entertainment Value:
6/10
Quality of
Filmmaking: 5/10
Historical
Significance: 3/10
Special Features: 4/10
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