Monthly Archives: March 2017

Johansson in “Rough Night”

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Directed by Lucia Aniello, Rough Night is an edgy R-rated comedy starring Scarlett Johansson.

The film follows five college friends (Johansson, Kate McKinnon, Jillian Bell, Ilana Glazer, and Zoë Kravitz) who reunite ten years later for a wild bachelorette weekend in Miami.

Bachelorette Party Chaos

They get wild and dark while their hard partying takes a hilarious turn when they accidentally kill a male stripper. Amidst the craziness of trying to cover it up, they’re ultimately brought closer together when it matters most.

Tone and Humor

The movie is hilarious to watch, thanks to these talented actresses. The story is awkward, yet you might enjoy this wild, rough night.

“Before I Fall” Delivers a Favorable Story

based on a book, drama, teenagers

Samantha Kingston is a young woman who has it all. She’s popular with drop-dead gorgeous looks. Based on the 2010 young adult novel by Lauren Oliver, the film follows the book fairly well. Like most movies, there are trims and changes relating to time and reducing characters and subplots.

Time Loop Premise

Plus, she has a crush-worthy boyfriend and amazing best friends. Something happens that creates a time loop.

Before I Fall begins on February 12. It’s like every other charmed day in Sam’s life until it turns out to be her last.

Stuck reliving her last day during one inexplicable week, Sam untangles the mystery surrounding her death and discovers the true value of everything she is in danger of losing.

Message of the Film

The film received favorable reviews, but its ending may disappoint. The themes are important as a coming-of-age drama. It reflects on regret, bullying, empathy, and redemption.

Broadbent Stars in “The Sense of an Ending”

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Directed by Ritesh Batra, The Sense of an Ending follows a man, played by Jim Broadbent, who becomes haunted by his past and is presented with a mysterious legacy that leads him to rethink his current situation. 

The movie also stars Charlotte Rampling, Mathew Goode, Michelle Dockery, and Emily Mortimer. The movie is based on the Booker Award-winning novel of the same name by Julian Barnes.

 

 

The movie received favorable reviews, with praise focused on Jim Broadbent. His performance and the overall atmosphere were positive. But those who compared the movie to the book found it less satisfying than the novel.

Acting received much praise for its high-quality, reflective tone, creating a deeper connection with the audience.

I love watching Broadbent because he is so good and says so much with his simple look and stance.

A Homecoming of Betrayal and Regret “Trainspotting 2” Trailer

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Directed by Danny Boyle about 20 years ago, Trainspotting was a cult sensation that launched the careers of Ewan McGregor and Boyle. Boyle won an Oscar for directing Slumdog Millionaire.

Friendship, Revenge, and Old Wounds

Now, Boyle and McGregor have teamed up again with the sequel to Trainspotting. What you get to see is first, there was an opportunity……then there was a betrayal. Twenty years have passed. Much has changed, but just as much remains the same. One thing, there are social media and devices, but there are still enemies.

The movie is available on Amazon and other streaming platforms.

Mark Renton Returns to Edinburgh

Mark Renton, played by McGregor, returns to the only place he can ever call home. They are waiting for him. If you have seen the first movie, you know they are Spud (played by Ewen Bremner), Sick Boy (played by Jonny Lee Miller), and Begbie (played by Robert Carlyle).

Other old friends are waiting too with emotions like sorrow, loss, joy, vengeance, hatred, friendship, love, longing, fear, regret, diamorphine (Heroin), self-destruction and mortal danger. They are all lined up to welcome him, ready to join the dance.

Wedding Comedy “Table 19”

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Five Strangers, One Wedding

Directed by Jeffrey Blitz, Table 19 follows Eloise, played by Anna Kendrick, an ex-maid of honor.

She’s been relieved of her duties after being unceremoniously dumped by the best man via text, and decides to hold her head high and attend her oldest friend’s wedding.

Feel-Good Wedding Rom-Com

She sits at a random table in the back of the ballroom with a disparate group of strangers, most of whom should have known to send regrets (but not before sending something nice off from the registry).

As the story reveals everyone’s secrets, Eloise learns a thing or two from the occupants of Table 19.  Friendships—and even a little romance—can happen under the most unlikely circumstances.

Enjoy the simple story about misfits who know they are better and deserve a better table.