Shameless (2004) Review in 2025
Shameless is a 2004 American comedy-drama film that tells the story of a young man who gets into trouble with the law and his family.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for young children due to mature themes and language.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching for fans of comedy-dramas and coming-of-age stories, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful.
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The film follows Brandon, a troubled teenager who gets into a fight and is sentenced to community service. During his service, he meets a woman named Janine and falls in love with her, but their relationship is complicated by his family's dysfunction and his own personal struggles.
Review Details
story8.50/10
The story is engaging and well-written, but it's not particularly original or memorable.
acting9.00/10
The acting is excellent, with standout performances from Christian Kane and Mena Suvari.
characters8.20/10
The characters are well-developed and relatable, but some of them feel a bit one-dimensional.
direction8.80/10
The direction is solid, but it doesn't particularly stand out in any way.
cinematography8.50/10
The cinematography is good, but it's not particularly impressive or memorable.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The film has a strong cast, engaging story, and good direction.
Cons
The story is not particularly original, and the characters feel a bit one-dimensional at times.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a bad person, I'm just a little bit crazy."
"You're not a bad person, you're just a little bit messed up."
