Film Review – Gloria

To watch “Gloria” is to behold a magnificent performance from star Paulina Garcia. It’s a tricky role, walking a thin line between empowerment and misery, yet the work is frighteningly real, brimming with vulnerabilities and frustrations that any person who’s had to hunt for love could easily relate to. Co-writer/director Sebastian Lelio wisely elects the observational route with this picture, stepping back to inspect the titular character as she begins to shape a sense of self while enduring a disrespectful relationship. “Gloria” has a casual atmosphere that sneaks up on the viewer, and the reward for such patience is the opportunity to spy a seasoned character realized onscreen with refreshing honesty. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com