If more people in Hollywood would follow the Coen brothers', and others'(i.e. John Sayles and Mike Leigh) formula for making movies- no big name stars(read low budget), great script, great direction and focus- then everyone would benefit from movies like this one. This is an absolute gem with perfect casting, performances and the most beautiful photography I have seen in a long time. Frances McDormand is an absolute charm as the pregnant police officer trying to solve a murder in Paul Bunyan land, but it is William H. Macy's character and his performance that elevate this movie to greatness.