Film Review – Hateship Loveship

Ten years from now, it’ll be interesting to look back at the career of Kristen Wiig, especially during the years following her monster success with 2011’s “Bridesmaids.” She’s been involved in some goofy movies (including last year’s “Anchorman 2”), yet Wiig has largely avoided the supernova spotlight of another comedic starring vehicle, electing to sample indie cinema through an array of softer roles that permit access to range. “Hateship Loveship” is her latest attempt to upset outside expectations, participating in a loosely defined story of obsession and fallibility that utilizes her dramatic skills in a largely observational role. The picture doesn’t quite add up to anything in the end, but parts work as intended, with Wiig’s subtle performance a great asset to director Liza Johnson. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com