Waitress

A witty, symbolic, and at times gutsy film written and directed by Adrienne Shelly, who also played a supporting role as Dawn, one of Keri Russell’s co-waitresses’. Admittedly, I love Andy Griffith, having grown up seeing him as the Sheriff of Mayberry, but he sooooo turned on his charm and facial movements in the movie. Besides, his character's name, Old Joe, has a certain ring to it. Keri Russell artistically baked pies, suffered silently, tolerated Old Joe, accepted the abuse of her husband, and, in the end, revealed her strength. Adrienne Shelly, who met an untimely departure from this life just over one year ago, deserves all the accolades she has received. This is hard to score compared to dramas, mysteries, and more intricate stories. But I liked it A LOT. 4 of 5. Joe