Thanks for Sharing film review

Thanks for Sharing is a study of addiction and what living with it can look like.  That is a big topic.  And it shows several types of addiction, and several ways of dealing with it.  Thankfully though, despite its earnestness, it remains a film about interesting characters with unique stories, so I enjoyed it.  

Thanks for Sharing is also a romantic comedy.  Or maybe there is not enough comedy to call it that.  But there is enough romance.

Thanks for Sharing is a drama about the intersecting lives of New Yorkers.  Life isn't easy in the big city, but as they pool together they find there is hope.

Thanks for Sharing is so many things it is difficult to categorise, but one thing that is clear is that it boasts a magnificent cast.  Mark Ruffalo and Tim Robbins turn in terrific performances as long-time sex addicts with no shortage of baggage.  Gwyneth Paltrow, Joely Richardson, Alecia Moore, Patrick Fugit and Josh Gad round out the core cast, each of whom has a moment in the spotlight.  Perhaps Thanks for Sharing is an ensemble drama...?

Ultimately, I enjoyed the film for its strong performances and thought-provoking themes.  It certainly could have benefited, though,  from a more assured script and a more assured tone.

See this film and be surprised.  There is food for thought and light entertainment, and though they may be clumsily matched I was won over by the charms of the cast.  I was reminded of 28 Days.  If you liked that, you'll like this.