Cast: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber, John Slattery, Stanley Tucci
In 250 Characters or Less:
For many years the sexual crimes of priests- men of power and influence- committed against broken and innocent children went ignored. It took the persistence of one team from Boston to bring to light the horrors of what was happening under our noses.
What Works:
At the urging of their new editor, the Spotlight team of the Boston Globe delved deep into the molestation scandal among Catholic priests in Boston, MA. Working with an organization called SNAP they spoke with victims who had fallen prey to at least 13 priests in the Boston area. But, after further research the team was appalled to learn that the number 13 was actually quite low. They found 87 priests in Boston alone who were put into treatment centers to cure their 'condition' and then sent back into the world, just to do it again. Through persistence and their need for the truth, these five reporters proved the problem was more than the priests and cardinals involved, but the system itself...broken and only concerned with the well-being of the Catholic church.
It’s an amazing, yet disturbing story that was smartly told. The acting was superb, particularly Mark Ruffalo, as Mike Rezendes. Not willing to accept the Catholic Church’s status quo answers, he pushed and forced his way into finding the truth. The cast, as a whole, is pure chemistry on screen and they keep each scene interesting for audiences.
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The film sheds light onto how severe and high up the problem actually went. These priests were not held accountable for their actions, but simply shuffled around from parish to parish after going through a treatment center to overcome their 'problem'. Their inexcusable behavior was treated as if it was some sort of disease that could be cured, rather than a virus that needed to be eliminated. It was disconcerting to see how the abuse against so many children were being swept under the rug, with no concern to the lasting damage it would cause. Victims were pressured by the church and the community in fear of bringing shame to their family. Without going into too much detail, Spotlight did a great job of telling us a truly insightful story of the efforts people and organizations will go to to hide the truth.
Overall Grade: A
Goldfish
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| Crab Cake; photo courtesy of Yelp |
In 250 Characters or Less:
Goldfish’s cozy environment reminds us of the small intimate office space utilized by the Spotlight team at The Boston Globe. This seafood restaurant also serves up a number of favorites including New England Clam Chowder and Pan Roasted Lobster.
What Works:
Goldfish’s unique environment is in part to it being a converted home. It somehow oozes sophistication, yet lacks any pretension within its four walls. This restaurant brings with it all of the makings of a typical seafood restaurant, and there isn’t one dish on the menu that isn’t recommended. Standouts include the stuffed sole with crabmeat, lobster in a lemon white wine sauce, crab cake with cream corn and mango salsa, and shrimp and crab bisque soup -- not to mention the chef’s seafood special of the day. It also offers a few non-seafood dishes such as pistachio lamb chops and braised pork osso buco for those who aren’t a fan of fish. Also, be sure to check out its extensive cocktail menu!
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Of nothing! We love it all!
Overall Grade: A+
6 Rockledge Avenue in Ossining
(914) 762-0051
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