At least for a time.

Theres not even color, because the elders forbid it.

Thus, Bridges takes on the mentoring role of Giver for the budding hero.

Both affections put him in mortal danger, and one proves particularly virulent for the movies narrative.

It may only contort into this story because of nearly all the characters passivity.

Holmes, meanwhile, has never appeared more comfortable than in a role which requires no emotion or sincerity.

But the movie really belongs to Bridges and Streep.

But Bridges elevates the film by offering both wisdom and the playful contumacy of Rooster Cogburn.

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Rating:

3 out of 5