People are voting emotionally.

In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

A movie that not only functions as a solid scarefest but a razor-sharp satire.

The story, direction, characters, and writing/dialogue is akin to taking a tranquilizer shot to the neck, but everything else was so well done.

A bit depressing, but a solid drama based on a novel by Robert Bosewell. Director Michael Bortman is also responsible for the screenplay that has a well knit family slowing falling part. It goes to show that perfection isn't all its cracked up to be. The Warren family is well meaning on the most part in spite of being dysfunctional. Vincent D'Onofrio steps up to become a star as a father/son rivalry drives a stake into the family's well being. At times a bit harsh, but you get the whole idea of how relationships among these family members try, but can't really grasp unity. A fine cast that also features: Peter Coyote, Noah Wyle, Peter Berg, Juliette Lewis, Marg Helgenberger and Cindy Pickett.

Writer/Director Michael Bortman brings us a movie which will be loved by everyone who feels that the number one thing you could ever do in your life is support your family. On the surface, that may not sound like such a bad thing. After all, everyone wants to be loved and supported by their family. However, "Crooked Hearts" goes WAY past that.The movie follows the ups and downs (mostly downs) of the Warren family. The members of this family are the type of people who would support their brother or son even if they were a convicted serial child molester. That's how obsessive and blinding their family structure is. I could never feel connected to any of the characters in this film because only one of them seemed like a nice person. To make things worse, the one nice guy is presented to us as being weak and childish.Almost everyone in the Warren family is dishonest and selfish. In fact, at one point in the movie, being an arsonist is presented to us as simply being a very minor character flaw. This pathetic situation spirals out of control until tragedy strikes the family in one of the absolute most manipulative scenes EVER put to film.The acting is quite good. That shouldn't surprise anyone who glances at the list of cast members. However, anyone who believes that taking responsibility for your actions is a positive trait will not enjoy this movie. Its "ethical" stance is completely at odds with anyone who believes you should be honest, thoughtful and stand up for what you believe in. 2/10

This film starts out as a portrail of idealistic family life, then desends into something much deeper and darker. Many facets of relationships are shown, especially between father and sons. I enjoyed this film I liked the central theme of "can you trust another member of your family" which seemed to be concurrent throughout the film

This is a great movie. Great acting but, it gets a little long at some points, but, it is still is very touching. I have only cried while watching two movies and his was one of them. Great for fans of the genre, ****1/2 out of *****.