8 MILE (2002)

Rabbit (Eminem) is a young rapper who has an opportunity to express himself on the stage in a rap-contest, but he chokes as he doubts his own rap skills.  The insecurities and fears of being humiliated is a wall of self-denial that prevents Rabbit to reach success and happiness.  In addition, he has a mother (Kim Basinger) who is emotionally neglectful and verbally abusive, which intensifies the insecurities of Rabbit. He is expressing his insecurities through rage that is expressed both verbally and physically; however, when it becomes to much for Rabbit, he has to face the music of his own insecurities.  8 mile is an entertaining film about self-expression and overcoming adversities.

DIRECTED BY

Curtis Hanson

COUNTRY

USA

REVIEWED
11/10/2002
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