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A beautifully observed study of a small community remaining united in the face of seismic shifts.

The premise questions our storytelling conventions.

Boaz Yakin's debut is so assured and individual, it clears away debris from those better known in the 'hood to create an authentic work of genuine quality.

Carell is extremely impressive here.

There may not be much beyond the surface, but it's a fine surface

Simmons is generally convincing but it's difficult for him to combine this with holding centre stage, especially in scenes alongside Ethan Hawke, who is cast against type as a low rent Tyler Durden and clearly enjoying every minute of it.

The charm levels are high, the reality levels too low to register.

The horror/vampire elements fundamentally feel like something of an afterthought.

Furman’s carefully stylised direction never feels intrusive and his widespread use of the handicam helps to create a cinéma verité feel.

Gere, despite his image both off and on screen, gives a flawless performance.