Brothers Three

Poor Production Values Keep This Film Grounded
Paul Kampf is new to the game of writing and directing and has obviously been influenced by some filmmakers who tamper with the story and use flashbacks and flash forwards to enhance the richness of the theme line. In the case of BROTHERS THREE: AN AMERICAN GOTHIC these borrowed techniques serve to confuse rather than enhance the appreciation of the film: the viewer is left with a feeling that too much is being taken for granted as far as additive information and too little attention is paid to character development and direction. The result is a bumpy ride of a movie that is in need of some postproduction surgery to make it appeal.

In a desolate forest cabin we meet New York lawyer Peter (Patrick Wilson) who has been summoned to this childhood 'home' by his brothers - the older Rick (Neal McDonough) and the younger, mentally challenged Norman (Scott Michael Campbell). Rick is sullen and angry, Norman is pitifully confused and abused, and Peter tries to make sense of the...

Brothers Three
Thrilling movie. Very dark subject but performances were excellent. Patrick Wilson does a superb job with his character. Parts where memory scenes took you back to get more details to help you understand the hurt and conflict were inserted at just the right time. Would recommend this movie but prepare for a large range of emotion and response.

Gripping psychological drama
Explores the relationship of three brothers from a dysfunctional family brought together at a critical crossroad that will change their lives forever.

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