WHAT'S EATING GILBERT GRAPE? (1993) - ♦♦♦♦

Directed by - Lasse Hallstrom

Written by - Peter Hedges

Starring - Johnny Depp, Juliette Lewis, Leonardo Di Caprio

"The story of Gilbert grape, a young man who has to take care of his simple minded brother and obese mother, who get in his way when he falls in love. This film is far too melodramatic, somewhat of a Hallstrom trait, still it is also undoubtedly enjoyable and well made. Yet, it is the performances which make it stand out, particularly Di Caprio's difficult and powerful turn as a mentally retarded boy."

Drama, USA