If you're looking for a movie to see this weekend, I'd recommend Reservation Road, a taut new psychological thriller based on John Burnham Schwartz's book.

The film got wide critical buzz at this year's Toronto International Film Festival, not just for the strength of its cast--Joaquin Phoenix (impressively extending his dramatic range), Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Connelly, and Mira Sorvino--all of whom turn in excellent performances, but also because the hook of the film is a "what would you do in that situation?" dilemma that got everyone talking. It's well served by the tight direction of Terry George, who proved that he can handle weighty subject matter with his previous film Hotel Rwanda.

You can see the trailer and some good clips from the film here:


You can also check out some great photos from the red carpet premiere in Toronto last month here.

And, of course,  find a showtime here.

--Dan

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