Sorry, this movie sucks

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

Very good movie overall, highly recommended. Most of the negative reviews don't have any merit and are all pollitically based. Give this movie a chance at least, and it might give you a different perspective.

what a terribly boring film. I'm sorry but this is absolutely not deserving of best picture and will be forgotten quickly. Entertaining and engaging cinema? No. Nothing performances with flat faces and mistaking silence for subtlety.

This is one of the great movies, love & evil of humanity! It is a slow movie, however, you have to enjoy the very moment until the last minute. Don't rush, watch it if you have time, don't judge the book by its cover, don't make the decision after 10 minutes. People are "misunderstanding" God's will by intentionally or unintentionally. Or even utilizing it as a weapon or as an excuse! Great job!!

To err is human.A quiet gem of a movie in days of violence, CGI and sensationalism. The Ledge is a quiet film without much effects but focuses on a good script, solid screenplay and fine acting. All the characters in this film have flaws: Gavin (played by Charlie Hunnam) is an easy-going atheist who lives day by day, Joe Harris played by Patrick Wilson) is the born-again who lives for an ideal, Shana Harris (played by Liv Tyler) is a woman lost, found again and looking for love. What are the character flaws? Gavin made a mistake he regretted in his earlier marriage, Joe ruined his life earlier, and Shana was lost too. Detective Hollis Lucetti (Terrance Howard) also has a problem, his wife Angela's infidelity. Now I can't say more and lead you to spoilers but some some people point out the film is about fundamentalism vs atheism but that's the plot. The theme is about being human and love makes us make mistakes. We rationalize and talk our way out of doing wrong but in the end, we make mistakes and need forgiveness from others. Gavin doesn't want to make another mistake for someone he loves, so he is forced into his decision. Shana and Joe don't appear to have much in common but their lives were lost before finding God. Shana and Gavin make the mistake of the affair and literal mistake of not being so discreet. Joe's views are so constrictive he acts like the vengeful God of the Old Testaments leading him to a destructive act. At the end of the day, Hollis has to return home. He is angry, but then he realizes love can drive one to err. He has to move on, accept what has happened and realize, perhaps it's all not that bad. Real score: 7.6-7.8/10. The Ledge is a film that, yes, made me cry a bit. For Shana and Hollis. You are happy his wife Angela is given redemption. Forgiveness starts somewhere. The Ledge is the kind of film that probably should make the Top 10 Films of the Year but not a masterpiece. It's strength is in the script and acting, especially Liv Tyler and Patrick Wilson. Directing, cinematography and screenplay are average which holds it back. But unlike many recent films, there's no flashy flashback, annoying tinted lenses (like blue for horror and scifi or yellowed for period films), or special effects. Just a simple camera. Quite old school but effective.A pleasant surprise with thoughtful, psychological impact.

Since I'm an atheist who happens to be very interested in discussions involving religions, "The Ledge" really seemed attractive. Gavin is about the jump out of a building, in order to save a girl that he finally discovers he loves. The police officer that tries to impede him from doing that is a man who has family issues, mainly because he finds out that his kids aren't from his gene, if you know what I mean. The movie tells the story of them about, making you understand why they're there, what happened in their lives and what is about to happen. The story is very original, but sometimes feels over-the-top; I mean, I sincerely don't believe that Gavin would kill himself for that reason. Also, he looks to calm for someone who is about to commit suicide. Psychiatrist may understand what I mean. On the other hand, photography direction is BEAUTIFUL, delivering a nostalgic atmosphere. If the story wasn't so unrealistic and unlikely, this would've been a much better film. However, it's just a regular one, interesting in some aspects.

Forced story, unrealistic characters, straw-man conversations, contrived screen writing, bad casting, bad acting, and hateful biased message.Did Matthew Chapman ever meet a real Christian or go to a real church??? Just conjuring up a movie about what "your thoughts" about Christians are TOTALLY biased & immature. I don't care if he's a descendant of Darwin - Darwin was no scientist, who made up a bunch of stories, getting the wrong story from a bunch of birds who were just showing the process of natural selection (the OPPOSITE of Natural Selection, etc), and had an IQ of 127.If your parents are messed up (listen carefully), you shut your mouth, and quit your whining, and go serve G-d with your life. No excuses.Just watch my review movie on this link here instead to see: youtube . com/watch?v=RPBONxJ-YrQ PS: The only good thing about this movie is Charlie Hunnam has a convincing American accent, and Patrick Wilson was (almost) a good pick for the Christian "stereotype", instead of someone who is ugly, old, and grumpy. Do even get me started on Inherit the Wind.