Mjeteconer Just perfect...

Console best movie i've ever seen.

Suman Roberson It's a movie as timely as it is provocative and amazingly, for much of its running time, it is weirdly funny.

Matho The biggest problem with this movie is it’s a little better than you think it might be, which somehow makes it worse. As in, it takes itself a bit too seriously, which makes most of the movie feel kind of dull.

Reno Rangan Not long ago I saw 'Carol', thankfully it is not another that and better than that. It was based on the documentary short of the same name about a real life same sex couple who fought for the equal rights and the pension benefits, while one of them was treated for cancer. It is a great drama about fighting for justice than the romance as it states, but that part as well very impressive.Ellen Page and Julianne Moore, both were awesome, except Moore was a bit old. By seeing them I felt being a lesbian is sweetest than straight, hetero and even gay. The first half was all about the relationship, but very decently narrated romance tale. And in the next half once Steve Carell enters the scene, the film diverted to another side of the story. All the actors were very good, including Michael Shannon.Obviously the story was predictable and that is expected often in a biography. Because if they want to alter it, then they should pen a very cleverest script the audience never saw one like that before. I think telling a true story as it is is the point and that's what this filmmaker did. So don't complain about the storyline, just consider whether it is inspiring or worth a watch for other reasons.For me it was almost a sentimental piece, but the second half story compromised and then I realised what this film was trying to say. Underrated film of the year for sure. Anytime I suggest it, especially for the grown ups and with a neutral mindset, because it is not all about the same sex romance, but the battle for equality in society.8/10

leonblackwood Review: Although this movie is about an emotional true story, I must admit, I found it slightly boring. I thought that there was going to be much more depth to the touching subject matter but it seemed to skip from one scene to the next, once Laurel Heater (Julianne Moore) was diagnosed with Cancer. The love story between Laurel and her partner, Stacie Andree (Ellen Page), was sweet and I liked the fact that the tough cop, Laurel, fell for such a innocent young girl but the courtroom drama wasn't in the same league as Philadelphia. With that aside, the performances are top class, especially from Julianne Moore, and the outcome of Laurels uphill battle, to fight for gay equality, was truly amazing. I'm glad that the director added some wit, with Steve Carell's character, Steve Goldstein, because the movie needed a bit of a pick-up after a while. Michael Shannon also added great support to Laurel and when the officers showed up to her hearing and gave her there sick days, it was an emotional moment. The main problem with the whole film is that it seemed a bit rushed, towards the end and you don't get to hear much from Laurel, even though everyone is fighting for her partner to get her pension. Anyway, it's a watchable movie which does have some touching moments but I still think that this amazing true story, could be told much better. Average!Round-Up: Although this movie received some good reviews, it still suffered a big lose at the box office, which is a shame because the subject matter is brilliant. The movie was directed by Peter Sollett, who also brought you Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist and an episode of the new Martin Scorsese/Mick Jagger series, Vinyl. The movie was written by Ron Nyswaner, who also wrote Philadelphia in 1993, so the subject matter must be close to his heart. I personally had high hopes for this film but I felt a bit let down with the final product, especially as the director had some great actors to work with. Budget: $7million Worldwide Gross: $600,000 (Terrible)I recommend this movie to people who are into their biography/drama/romance movies starring Julianne Moore, Ellen Page, Michael Shannon, Steve Carell, Josh Charles, William Sadler and Luke Grimes. 5/10

Hellmant 'FREEHELD': Five Stars (Out of Five)A low-budget drama flick; based on the Oscar winning 2007 documentary short film (of the same name), by filmmaker Cynthia Wade. It tells the story of a veteran New Jersey police officer, named Laurel Hester, and her struggle to pass on her pension benefits, to her life partner Stacie Andree; after Laurel was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The movie stars Julianne Moore, Ellen Page, Michael Shannon and Steve Carell; Page also served as a producer on the film. It was directed by Peter Sollett (who also helmed 2008's 'NICK AND NORAH'S INFINITE PLAYLIST' and 2002's 'RAISING VICTOR VARGAS') and it was scripted by Ron Nyswaner (who also wrote 1993's acclaimed gay rights-courtroom drama flick 'PHILADELPHIA'). I absolutely love this film!Laurel Hester (Moore) was a police officer, in Ocean County, New Jersey, for 23-years. Then she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. She attempted, many times, to pass on her pension benefits; to her domestic partner, Stacie Andree (Page), but failed. Laurel got a lot of support, in her battle; from Stacie, her partner Dane Wells (Shannon) and (the founder of Garden State Equality) Steve Goldstein (Carell). Many more, also rose to the occasion; to help Laurel. The movie starts out as a very touching romance, then it changes to a tragic cancer battle story, and then it concludes as a very passionate courtroom drama flick! The movie works, on all three fronts; and it works very well. The directing is superb, the story is very moving, and the performances are all phenomenal. Moore and Page are great, in the first half of the film, then they take a little bit of a backseat to Shannon (who is fantastic in the movie as well). Carell is also hilarious comic relief. The movie works, in all ways, but it's especially inspiring; and it's also (definitely) a good tearjerker.Watch our movie review show 'MOVIE TALK' at: https://youtu.be/A1MyBFioKXM

Tony Heck "The law you're talking about violates the sanctity of marriage, it offends traditional values, and in this county that's political suicide." Laurel Hester (Moore) is a detective in New Jersey and is one of the best at what she does. She also has a secret she is trying to keep hidden. When she meets Stacie (Page) she is happier than she has ever been and little by little opens up. When she is diagnosed with cancer the only thing Laurel wants is to leave her pension to Stacie, but the state won't allow it. Laurel now is not only fighting for her life, but the future of Stacie's as well. This is one fantastic movie. A movie that keeps you engrossed, interested and furious all at the same time. The fact that this is a true story makes the entire thing more infuriating. The movie really shows why any objection to gay equality is ridiculous doesn't help anyone. It also shows the real reason why many officials didn't want it to happen, and it's more selfish than I expected, and that's saying a lot. I don't want this to become political but I will just say watch this and make your own decision about it. I will say I loved it and highly recommend it. Overall, a movie that is entertaining to watch as well as continues and important conversation. One of the best movies of the year. I give this an A+.