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Jerome (1998)

Contemplative and compelling filmmaking

This is a great film that is reminiscent of films of the 70s with that laid-back, let-the-film- unfold sort of style. The lead character, Wade Hampton, makes an impromptu decision that changes his life and we are brought along with him as he just tries to figure out how to get to Point B. Since he didn't plan ahead, we take the journey with him as he sees how things tend to unravel without a plan. But he sticks to his beliefs and, ultimately, ends up accomplishing what he set out to do, in one way or another. The film isn't in a rush to show the next big turn of events or twist; it concentrates on telling Wade's story and is done in a fashion that pulls the viewer into his life. It's as contemplative as Wade is throughout the film and that's why it works so well.