The Beaver (2011), Jodie Foster
4/5
A really interesting unique story exploring depression. Mel Gibson gives a stunning performance alongside Jodie Foster who also directs this film beautifully with subtle, yet interesting cinematography and set design. Her character acts as the audience mouthpiece, voicing the concerns and questions that are rational. However the story follows Walter (Mel Gibson) and his attempts at healing his own depression, which seems a bizarre way to the rest of the characters and audience. The subplot involving the son doesn't seem that relevant and perhaps could have been edited out. It beautifully conveys both the distress of depression, while also highlighting the madness of society in general. Overall a surprisingly evolved, realistic and compassionate look at mental illness without sinking into cliche and stereotype.
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