When a young boy's family is killed by the mob, their tough neighbor Gloria becomes his reluctant guardian. In possession of a book that the gangsters want, the pair go on the run in New York.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 5 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Tough, sweet, and goofy.
– Roger Ebert,
Chicago Sun-Times,
1 Jan 2000
fresh:
More than any other recent film I can think of, Gloria is a movie that depends on the mood you're in when you see it.
– Vincent Canby,
New York Times,
30 Aug 2004
fresh:
It's clear from the opening montage that we're in the hands of a master.
– Geoff Andrew,
Time Out,
24 Jun 2006
fresh:
John Cassavetes clearly set out to make a commercial film, but, intransigent personality that he was, he turned in a slice of pure avant-garde.
– Dave Kehr,
Chicago Reader,
27 May 2008
fresh:
Gena Rowlands is excellent as the tired woman who decides to take her chances for the boy. The kid is a right blend of understanding and childish tantrums.