Good concept, poorly executed.

One of those movie experiences that is so good it makes you realize you've been grading everything else on a curve.

Through painfully honest and emotional moments, the movie becomes irresistibly relatable

Mostly, the movie is committed to the value of a good time.

If you catch this movie on TV or better yet go out and find it, you will not be disappointed.Every performance is brilliant. Kip Pardue is not just a pretty face, and gives a tortured, haunting performance. Bonnie Hunt shows what range she has, I wish she had more chance to do films like this, rather than Cheaper By The Dozen (though I'm sure she had her reason's). I'd fallen in love with Michael Kelly by the end, he is totally perfect throughout the entire film, and so different than in Dawn Of The Dead, what a great actor! The film is handled maturely, direction is sound, all performances stunning, as I said, the 3 story lines set over 3 years get wound together neatly, so many of these types of narrative threads feel contrived.All in all a beautiful film, that doesn't need to whack home the gay card. It's intelligent, subtle, gentle, intriguing, tender, and terribly sad.

I just saw this movie at a screening with the producer in Louisville, Kentucky. It was wonderful. I was skeptical about going because I really didn't know anything about it but decided he what the heck. I really liked that Bonnie Hunt played a serious character (the producer said that's why her agent wanted her to do this low budget film). Also, I enjoyed Kip Pardue (Sunshine from Remember the Titans) because he was nice to look at and was more than a pretty face as in other movies. You had to think about what was being said and what was happening to connect it but it was satisfying to think "Oh so that's what that means." I plan on buying the DVD next month!

After seeing this film at Sundance in January 2005, it haunted me for months. Both the story and the actors' performances were heart-wrenching, especially when you know this is based on true events. Kip Pardue,with whom I was unfamiliar until seeing this movie, was particularly memorable in his role. Bonnie Hunt and Tess Harper, too, played their roles well. In discussing this film with friends, we pointed out all of the different ways the story depicted "loggerheads" situations--a great title choice. See it for yourself when it opens this winter, and perhaps you'll agree with me about its great dramatic storyline and powerful resonance. Oh, and don't forget your tissues.

I too was lucky enough to see this at the festival, and it's stayed with me. Yes, it's a little slow moving, but it's thoughtful and kind and the performances are wonderful. Tess Harper (and her eyes!) gives her best performance since Tender Mercies (a film that this is clearly related too) and Bonnie Hunt is revelatory. I've never seen her in such a demanding role, and she rises to the occasion. The photography is gorgeous, and the Patti Griffin songs just perfect. If only there was a soundtrack, I'd recommend that too! All in all, this director is one I'm going to keep my eye on, I think he's got a smart and kind storytelling sense. See it if you have the chance!