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“What's Eating Gilbert Grape?” is a rich, memorable and stunningly acted story of desire colliding with responsibility. It catches many an eye with its dramatic, yet solemn storyline and creative technical features. The film’s major themes are well presented throughout the plot, largely due to the marvellous talents of the majority of the cast. Many people are drawn to this film because of their ability to relate personally to the major themes and issues …

…now familiar dopey drone and lack of genuine spark. If you are in the mood to be cheered up, “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?” is not an appropriate choice of film. It requires a lot more from its viewer that most other films, as it is only fully understood when looked at deeply and intensely. However, the film comes highly recommended, as it is thoroughly enjoyable and wonderful for the maturing teenage mind. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**