Frozen River, a Needed Escape From Heat and Happiness

Gina Telaroli August 1, 2008 | 9:01 am EST

Summer means sun and brightness and fun - which is great. However it’s always a good idea to step out of that every once in awhile to think about things that are a bit darker. This weekend I would recommend making that step into a movie theater to see Courtney Hunt’s Frozen River, a film that deals with immigration and poverty - two issues everyone should think about more often. The film goes to the darker places in life and forces you to consider choices you might never have to deal with otherwise.

It also features a great performance from Melissa Leo, who up to this point has always made her mark with supporting roles.

The trailer is after the jump and be sure to takepart with the National Immigrant Justice Center.