Mystic River Movie Review. Mystic river takes a final explosive turn into a complex double denouement that involves both the gun as a murder weapon and an explanation of the suspicious activities of dave boyle the night of katie's murder. June 15, 2004 link copied.
Mystic river has the coveted opening spot at the esteemed new york film festival on october 3rd. A review of the 2003 movie mystic river directed by clint eastwood and starring sean penn on the 20/20 movie reviews website. June 15, 2004 link copied.
The lives of three men who were childhood friends are shattered when one of them has a family tragedy.
Mystic river critics consensus anchored by the exceptional acting of its strong cast, mystic river is a somber drama that unfolds in layers and conveys the tragedy of its story with visceral power. There are moments of power and flickers of meaning, but it is ultimately hollow and unsatisfying. Debbie lynn elias behind the lens. Mystic river is an excellent movie based on the novel of the same name.