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DVD : 12 and HoldingIn association with Amazon.comstarring: Conor Donovan, Jesse Camacho, Zoe Weizenbaum, Jeremy Renner, Annabella Sciorra directed by: Michael Cuesta  List Price: $19.95 Amazon.com's Price: $17.99 You Save: $1.96 (10%)Prices subject to change. Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1Audience Rating: R (Restricted) Binding: DVD Brand: WELLSPRING/GENIUS EAN: 0796019796149 Format: Color, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC Label: Ifc Manufacturer: Ifc Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Ifc Region Code: 1 Release Date: October 10, 2006 Running Time: 94 minutes Studio: Ifc Theatrical Release Date: 2005 Sales Rank: 17066 MPN: GEPD79614D Related Items:
Editorial Review: Description: Shocking and intricate pre-teen coming of age tale where adolescence and adulthood collide, exploring the complexities of children losing their innocence and adults struggling to guide them. Sparked by the tragic death of Jacob's twin brother, a trio of friends band together as they grapple with feelings of revenge, grief and experiences of growing up. As each family's personal challenges are revealed, they learn to better understand each other and their own realities. Amazon.com: The raw and fragile lives of three preteens unravel in 12 and Holding, a rich and compelling independent film. When an outgoing boy named Rudy is accidentally killed by two other boys, Rudy's twin brother Jacob (Conor Donovan) starts visiting the killers in prison to try to make sense of his life and of his parent's diverse reactions; his mother (Jayne Atkinson, 24) craves revenge while his father (Linus Roache, Priest) tries to move forward. Meanwhile, two of the twins' friends also spin off in diverse directions: Precocious Malee (Zoe Weizenbaum) becomes fixated on a troubled construction worker (Jeremy Renner, North Country), while overweight Leonard (Jesse Camacho) obsesses on losing weight and forcing his obese family to lose weight as well. 12 and Holding moves fluidly between these three stories, gradually building an emotional intimacy with the characters that is unsettling, sad, and finally rewarding. The movie hits a few false notes, but the vast majority of the scenes feel vivid and honest, much like director Michael Cuesta's previous film, L.I.E.. Both the adults (including Annabella Sciorra, Jungle Fever) and the kids give excellent performances; Renner's wrenching turn stands out, but the entire cast makes this a memorable and complex film. --Bret Fetzer Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Brilliant film,I have to see againI could not stop looking at this film today,and I never heard of it.The acting is Brilliant,and the ending is shocking. The 3 pre-teens all have there own story, One boys struggles with weight,another boy with the murder of his twin brother,and the young girl in love with a mature older man who has his own shocking story. YOu will not be able to turn away from this movie.I have to see it again. Rating: - So Much Better Than I Thought It Would BeThis movie was so dynamic... The young actors were surprisingly seasoned and the supporting cast was an all time greatest hits list... I never saw the end coming! Rating: - Stunning!This is an excellent movie. Powerful with a profound message. An example of the influence of society on kids. Parents, watch your kids and get some psychotherapy for yourselves. Good acting by young children. Totally recommended! Rating:  - Very powerful film that slowly gets to youMichael Cuesta's 12 and Holding isn't a particularly showy film. It's shot very basically and obviously on a small budget. There's a small amount of fairly big-name talent among the adult cast but most of the kids are relatively unknown actors. Everyone though does an excellent job in bringing the viewer into this world and this situation. (aside from the occasionally over-acted line or 2.) Two twins, one with a major birthmark covering half his face who lives in his brother's shadow, ... Read More Rating: - SupriseThis movie was really good. Can't believe a movie this good from a cast of children. The plot, the acting, everything. I recommend. Browse for similar items by category:
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