Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

I was really in the mood for a murder mystery where the bad guy will get punished their crimes but I gotta say, this movie turned me around. Great dialogue, music, acting and cinematography.

Nothing you expect about this movie is what you'll actually experience.

Phenomenal film. Loved every second.

I've been aware of this film, in name only (didn't know any of the plot etc.), since it came out and have always had a great feeling about it - I just had an inkling it would be great. It isn't, it's much more than that... it's incredible.

The mix between the humour and seriousness is superb, I found myself laughing aloud one moment and then feeling saddened minutes later; that was the case a ridiculous amount of times throughout the 115 minutes.

The premise is pretty mad and filled with coincidences, but I absolutely adore the way it is written and put together onscreen. The cinematography is also beautiful, as is the score. The pacing is fantastic too. All that is without even mentioning the cast, who are outstanding.

What a terrific performance from Frances McDormand, who I always remember from 1998's 'Madeline' - one of the first films I recall watching at a young age. She's utterly brilliant as Mildred, from the first scene to the last. Her co-stars are also top notch, so well cast.

Woody Harrelson (Willoughby) and Sam Rockwell (Dixon) are great in their respective roles, while my personal GOT king Peter Dinklage (James) also appears in a minor part. I liked Caleb Landry Jones (Red), also.

'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri' is a must-watch!

Really enjoyed the words that Mildred had to say to the priest that came to her house.

Wow what a film. It made me laugh, it made me cry. Sam Rockwell is absolutely perfect in his role. He really stole each scene he was in, whether it be his stupidity or absurdity. His long pauses really gave tension to scenes that would otherwise be concise. The themes of revenge and redemption were presented well. There are plenty of scenes that leave you satisfied such as Mildred putting billboards up or Dixon helping Mildred. I can’t complete the review without mentioning the comedy. Dixon is definitely the funniest but most of the characters were funny at one point. “I don’t care about dentists. Nobody cares about dentists” is one of my new favorite lines. The polo/polio bit was all time lol. In my head I want to rate this a 4.5 but in my heart I know it’s a 5. Follow your heart, right?

In Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Martin McDonagh tells the story of Mildred Hayes (McDormand) who, seven months after the brutal murder of her daughter, rents out three dilapidated billboards to publicly shame the local police department, headed by Bill Willoughby (Harrelson), for their lack of progress in the investigation. The billboards spark public outrage and the tensions between Mildred, Willoughby, and fellow officer Jason Dixon (Rockwell) escalate as motivations become blurred and emotions boil over. The film is a powerful, emotionally heavy and darkly humorous exploration of grief, rage and the blurred lines of morality. The writing is exceptional, the performances are outstanding, and the cinematography is beautiful. Overall, Three Billboards is a must-see film that will have you questioning your own beliefs and emotions.
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En Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Martin McDonagh cuenta la historia de Mildred Hayes (McDormand) quien, siete meses después del brutal asesinato de su hija, alquila tres vallas publicitarias en ruinas para avergonzar públicamente al departamento de policía local, encabezado por Bill Willoughby (Harrelson). ), por la falta de avances en la investigación. Las vallas publicitarias provocan la indignación pública y las tensiones entre Mildred, Willoughby y su compañero Jason Dixon (Rockwell) aumentan a medida que las motivaciones se vuelven borrosas y las emociones se desbordan. La película es una exploración poderosa, emocionalmente pesada y oscuramente humorística del dolor, la ira y las líneas borrosas de la moralidad. La escritura es excepcional, las actuaciones son sobresalientes y la cinematografía es hermosa. En general, Three Billboards es una película imperdible que te hará cuestionar tus propias creencias y emociones.

"Chiquitita, tell me what's wrong?"

Out of all the films I've seen at LIFF, this is easily my favorite and a great way to end this years festival. "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is dark, funny, heart-felt, and a breath of fresh air. Never slowing down or drag on. It's plays around with genres and has a lot to say, politically or truth.

This is the best I've seen from Frances McDormand, which isn't new because it's McDormand. She delivered a performance that will get her another nomination (or win) at the Oscars. You can feel her pain and hate, but also see a softer side to her character which makes you have sympathy for Mildred.

Sam Rockwell, on the other hand, gives one of his finest performance of the film. The character Dixon is short-tempered and not very bright. What stops him from being unlikeable is Rockwell charm and honesty. Dixon has a tremendous arc of learning to care about others rather then just being angry.

Caleb Landry Jones, John Hawkes, Woody Harrelson, and Peter Dinklage were all superb. All of them having brilliant moments in whatever screen time they have. Not Lucas Hedges, I thought he was awful in this.

Martin McDonagh just keeps hitting the home runs through out his career. The script was the real show stealer here. The dialogue is so rich and masterful, it keeps you locked from start till finish. Cinematography, editing, and music are all top of the range.

What else can I say, I loved it every second of it.

one of the best movies i've ever seen

Simply fantastic. One of the best movies I've seen in 2018