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A Pleasant Experience There aren't very many films that share both wonderful visuals and an interesting surreal and heartfelt story. Pleasantville is the story of a young boy and his sister as played by Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon who are transported into the world of a T.V. show that is one part Leave it To Beaver and one part Mayberry. The first half of the film is alot of fun seeing these somewhat modern day kids disturb the black and white everything in it's happy little place world that is Pleasantville. But the film slowing takes a turn into almost surreal territory of censorship, racism, and gender roles and identification. Metaphors abound! There is one scene that reminded me of watching old black and white footage of the civil rights movement where the cops would turn fire houses on African-Americans. The movie is a must see for all who enjoy filmaking at its best! email this review to a friend
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