Review of Orphans

Orphans (1987)
10/10
Greatest movie ever made
11 April 2016
Pure energy - a movie for actors and artists and those who appreciate the craft. All 3 actors in this movie give this theatrical adaptation soaring performances. Amazing movie about coming of age late in life, learning to control oneself and giving back to those less fortunate and how it's never too late. I recently saw Alec Baldwin's Broadway interpretation and although it is always impressive when someone can memorize the entire movie word for word but it was a blasé experience in comparison. The relatability of these characters is profound, as if there's a loneliness and need for change in these characters in each one of us. This film touched on humans deepest emotions and tendencies - I think everyone should experience this film. And if all you've seen of Modine is war or 80's heart throb this is a must see! He is Birdy but way better and deeper. I bumped into him in the west village once and discussed this film with him and he remarked that this is the movie he always talks about at colleges and seminars because of how important he feels it was. This movie title is my security questions on some phone banking apps when it asks, "what is your favorite movie" hahaha
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