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Leo (2002)

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Reviews Counted:7

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Average Rating:5.2/10

Runtime: 1 hr 43 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: This drama from director Mehdi Norowzian was loosely inspired by the James Joyce classic ULYSSES. Set in the American South, LEO tells the story of Stephen (Joseph Fiennes), a parolee who has... This drama from director Mehdi Norowzian was loosely inspired by the James Joyce classic ULYSSES. Set in the American South, LEO tells the story of Stephen (Joseph Fiennes), a parolee who has struck up a pen-pal friendship with Leo, the son of the depressed and fiery Mary (Elisabeth Shue). As Stephen tries to reacquaint himself with the outside world and stay out of trouble, Mary struggles to come to terms with a tragic car accident that took the life of her wife and daughter. Written by Amir and Massy Tadjedin, LEO is a somber film that also stars Sam Shepard, Dennis Hopper, and Deborah Unger. [More]

Starring: Joseph Fiennes, Elisabeth Shue, Sam Shepard, Dennis Hopper

Starring: Joseph Fiennes, Elisabeth Shue, Sam Shepard, Dennis Hopper, Davis Sweat, Deborah Unger, Mary Stuart Masterson

Director: Mehdi Norowzian

Director: Mehdi Norowzian
Screenwriter: Amir Tadjedin, Massy Tadjedin
Composer: Mark Adler

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Newcomer Mehdi Norowzian delivers a flawed film that is nonetheless entertaining.

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Rich Cline
Rich Cline
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The plot simmers along nicely, dipping and weaving between the two storylines with grace and style.

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Amber Wilkinson
Amber Wilkinson
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it will have even art house regulars rolling their eyes.

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03/26/04
Christopher Null
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An overheated pot-boiler that plays like ersatz William Faulkner.

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04/27/03
Kevin Courrier
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A well-written drama of psychological depth but diminishing returns.

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