Oooh-kay, so I didn't wait too long to watch the movie, after reviewing the book, just days ago. I grew up in the fifties and thought the recreation of the era to be impeccable. Scenic details brought back many a memory. Lucky for me, though, that Frank and April were not my parents! The story itself could be written at any time, in any place, for any miserable couple.
With an amazing cast of best-of-the-best actors, it was terrific, sticking well to the main storyline of the book. But as with any book-related film, most of the story was missing.... you know, the gray, as per my earlier review. The entire aspect of thoughts-driving-actions was sadly absent in the fast-paced film.
Recommended... but read the book first!
