#49 The Road (2009)

Directed by: John Hillcoat
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Charlize Theron

The Road was released during a time when post apocalyptic films were coming thick and fast. This is probably the most dark and gritty of them all. It has a huge sense of dispair running throughout, which makes for hugely depressing viewing.

With that said, the film is very well made. The cinematography is, at times, breathtaking and the performances are all very good. I really felt for the central characters and they all evoked strong emotions.

The Road is a terrific piece of cinema, but it's also one of the most depressing films I've ever seen. I'd recommend this to anyone, just dont watch it on a day you're feeling low, or it might just send you over the edge....