Premier

I flew in to Dallas for the AFI festival and caught the premier of the last Lullaby. I was not sure what to expect, but found myself floored.

The movie was enthralling at every twist and turn and despite the topic, that of a retiring hit man, it turns into a psychological perspective on being alone and making things right in a world that has gone wrong.

The chemistry between the actors is palpable, despite both characters being introverts, and is a testament to the talent of Alexander and Sizemore, as well as the writer and director.

The pacing and sound of the film hold you throughout and Goodman's approach is a breath of fresh air in a craft so often overly commercialized and mass produced.

It is like eating artisan baked bread without any preservatives versus a baguette that rolls off an assembly line. It is fresh, organic, and real.