Long before Edward Norton's delusional-cowboy-in-California movie "Down in the Valley" completely unravels, which it does with reckless disregard for story, the movie bides its time by being just plain irritating. This is Southern California indie filmmaking at its most overripe, with lingering, moody scenes shot in the San Fernando Valley and a moaning soundtrack. Read the full review
Harlan Carruthers, a charismatic cowboy who seems as if he would be much more at home in Monument Valley than in the San Fernando Valley, has a chance encounter with Tobe, a bored and restless suburban teenager, turning both of their lives upside down.
Director: David Jacobson
Starring: Edward Norton, Evan Rachel Wood, David Morse, Rory Culkin, Bruce Dern
Run time: 114 minutes
Release date: May 5, 2006
Rating: R for violence, sexual content, language and drug use.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: D+
"Strange? Yes. Does it work? Uh, no way."
Austin American-Statesman: 3 of 5 stars
"The uniformly strong performances point out the film's weaknesses."
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