I sometimes like going to the movies with virtually no idea what the movie on the screen is about, or its over all feel. That was my challenge today when I went to the little-hyped comedy drama, Sunshine Cleaning which did crack the top ten at the box office last weekend.
Sunshine Cleaning is a little Indy-movie starring Amy Adams, Emily Blunt and Alan Arkin. It's a quirky little movie about two sisters, Rose (Adams) and Norah (Blunt) both in their late 20's who are each fighting an uphill battle in life. Both have not felt very well about themselves since their mother died when they were just young girls. The sisters have made a habit out of self-destructive behavior due to lack of self esteem. Rose is a single mom, who suddenly finds herself having to put her young son in private school due to his unacceptable behavior in public schools. They both have no money whatsoever, so they decide on going into a strange new field that Rose learns of from her married boyfriend who also is a cop.
She and Norah set off of a new business venture, called Sunshine Cleaning. It's is a company they start up that cleans up after crime scenes, mainly deaths, shootings and the like. They of course, really don't know what they're doing. They are unlicensed, and uninsured. This, of course leads to big trouble for these two and their family.
Sunshine Cleaning is one of those movies that isn't for everyone. But I was totally into it, and thought it was truly a breath of fresh air. It's quirky, strange at times, and really off the beaten path in it's casting, it's plot line, and it's slight twists and turns. Adams is charming and alluring as Rose, Blunt is perfectly cast as the girl gone wrong Norah, and Arkin is always funny as their underachieving father. It's pretty straightforward and honest, with some very interesting side plots and characters. But to its credit, they don't bog it down or get in the way of the main story line. Instead, each is a perfect compliment to it. Well done!
I know I hit the plot line quick here, but this really is a nice movie with a good message or two. Its subtle humor and overall off center feel makes Sunshine Cleaning a real winner. Again, some will walk out saying, "what was that?" While others will embrace Sunshine Cleaning for what it is, a real nice "little movie" that takes a real chance and shines brightly.
Sunshine Cleaning. Quirky, fun, risky, and just so different, it shouldn't be missed. If you live and love the movies, you'll love Sunshine Cleaning.
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Sounds like a good one to take the missus to the next time we need to get away from life.
I've been waiting for this review. I so want to see this one, but its release is so limited. Guess I'll have to make the 30 minute drive.
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