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Changeling
We are used to seeing Angelina as an ass-kicking heroine in action-themed movies like Tomb Raider, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and Wanted. This time Angelina Jolie essayed the role of Christine Collins in this film directed by Clint Eastwood and written by J. Michael Straczynski. Critics approved of her performance in this movie proving that she's more than a star, she is an actress. She showed control in her approach of the character she played. I was impressed that this was very different from the other roles she played before.
Changeling is based on a true story that happened in the 1930’s. Christine lost her son and the police returned a different kid to her. In the effort to get good publicity, the City Police Chief refuses to admit their mistake and put the poor mother in a mental asylum.
You cannot play around in a story like this but tell it as it is. As usual, this Clint Eastwood film is pretty drawn-out. It gives hope to people that amidst the evil and corruption in society, there is still hope. Strangers can be good Samaritans and rally with us in our cause.
There were not much characterizations made for the villains. It was not established why Northcott kidnap and kills children. But then again, it was not the focus of the story. The crime was just the catalyst and made the Miss Collins fight for her son and to bring justice back to their city.
Art direction and production design succeeded in bringing the 1930s back to life. From the vintage cars, flashing and exploding cameras, they help bring consistency in telling the story. Let’s not forget to mention fashion and make up. Angelina looks very classy in her short hairdo in this film. She wore hats that were in during those times. The characters, both men and women, were appropriately dressed.
Overall, it was a good movie. It is the usual fare that you would see Angelina in but Changeling is a welcome change for her.
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