A married couple (Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart) tries to deal with the loss of their young son. In the film, we explore the depth of the couple's grief and mourning process, and we wait with bated breath if their marriage will last.
Although this concept for a film has already been seen in the past, Rabbit Hole (based on the Pulizter Prize play by David Lindsay-Abaire's) still stands out and is unique in a way that it grips you and tears you inside. Both Kidman's and Eckhart's pain are raw and profound, and the tension and fight scenes between them are heartfelt and natural, easily defeating di Caprio and Winslet's self-conscious marital conflict in Revolutionary Road. And Eckhart was surprisingly good in the film, able to match and complement Kidman's acting prowess.
Rabbit Hole is sad, unpredictable and touching, unpretentious and raw. Its beauty lies in its simple story structure, the emotions rising to the surface, palpable and real.
I wouldn't be surprised if Kidman nabs a Golden Globe or Oscar for this.
4 out of 5 stars
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