If The Macaluso Sisters shows a little heaviness of hand in this final act, it can be forgiven, for Dante has such a keen, compassionate eye for imbuing the physical with such an emotional depth

Any missteps feel minor in comparison to the film's most poignant moments.

Haunting and powerful.

Based on her own prize-winning play, the playwright/director proves to be as masterful in dramaturgy for stage as well the screen.