King of the Hill

Genre: psychological drama
With: Jesse Bradford, Jeroen Krabbé, Karen Allen
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Release: 1993
Studio: Universal Pictures, Populist Pictures et al. – Gramercy Pictures
Rating: PG-13
MBiS score: 7.9/10


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Story-line: as America muddles through the Great Depression, the Kurlander family endures as best it can, especially its two young sons, Aaron and Sullivan.
Pluses: a tough and well-constructed story, good acting, solid direction.
Minuses: although it focuses on Aaron’s plight, KING OF THE HILL is by no means a kids’ feature. Its grim story is suitable only for adults.
Comments: Steven Soderbergh can be proud of this fine little film that convincingly recalls a sad period in US history. It may be a painful watch at times but you won’t forget KING OF THE HILL.


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