Is this a story about someone being threatened or an unexpected blessing unfolding in New Hampshire? A woman living alone in New Hampshire and struggling with depression finds herself giving a mysterious man a lift (Josh Brolin) and letting him stay at her house, which is showing its age. She shares her home with her son, who is nearly 13 (Gattlin Griffith). What happens during their Labor Day weekend? James Van Der Beek appears as a police officer in a minor part. “Labor Day” (2013) proves to be an outstanding drama geared toward adult audiences, possessing a subtle feeling of potential danger alongside hints of romance. It brings to mind films like “A Perfect World” (1993), “The Bridges of Madison County” (1995), “Macho Callahan” (1970), and "The Place Beyond the Pines" (2012). At its core, this is a film about the hardships and joys that make up human life. It offers a refreshing portrayal of masculinity while also acknowledging its possible negative aspects. Kate Winslet delivers an exceptional performance; she seems to grow more captivating with age. Maika Monroe also appears in a smaller role. The movie has a running time of 1 hour, 51 minutes and was filmed primarily in Massachusetts (such as Shelburne Falls), along with Salem, New Hampshire. GRADE: A-

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