Eight Stars.
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Winter's Bone is the story of seventeen year old Ree Dolly (Jennifer Lawrence) who must find her father who is due to appear in court on drug related charges. Complicating the situation is that fact that her father has posted the family home and land up as bond and unless he appears in court the family will be out on the streets. Set in the Ozark mountain country, Ree Dolly cares for her 12 year old brother and six year old sister as well as her mentally ill catatonic mother. Set against this harsh terrain, Ree Dolly sets out to speak with the people who may know the whereabouts of her father. When no one is willing to speak or help her, including her cantankerous uncle Teardrop (John Hawkes), she is forced to take greater risks in an effort to save her family. This is a deeply engrossing thriller. The setting and it's people will be extremely fascinating to those unfamiliar with the Ozark region and its culture. Jennifer Lawrence is superb as the determined and strong older sister trying to keep her family intact. John Hawkes is equally convincing as the frightening but ultimately loyal uncle. The film is beautifully shot and really shows off the graceful Ozark lands. Debra Granik has done a sensational job adapting the book (of the same name) into the screenplay, researching, casting locals, and employing local's homes for the shooting of the feature. Winter's Bone has received numerous nominations and awards including Sundance's Grand Jury Prize.
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