Amanda Seyfried
#MissionImpossible, #MammaMia2, and more – Movie Reviews
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Mission Impossible: Fallout – Review
Mission Impossible: Fallout – Budget of $178 million – 2 hours and 47 minutes
Ethan has a choice, complete the mission or save his friend. He chooses Luther and loses the plutonium. Now, the Apostles are going to use the plutonium to make three nuclear weapons. Ethan feels horrible for losing the plutonium but he knows he did it for the right reason. Alan sees the good in Ethan and decides to give him another chance. A broker called the White Widow wants to trade the plutonium with a man name John Lark. They plan to get Lark, scan his face, and become him to intercept the trade. But Erica has other plans. She doesn’t see the need for IMF and wants one of her people to go. Alan is furious at the news but Erica clearly states, if her guy Walker doesn’t go, then no one goes. Now, Ethan and his team, while being watched by Walker, have to get the plutonium before it can be weaponized. But, of course, it won’t be that easy. This is his mission and he chose to accept it.
This movie is pure adrenaline from beginning to end. Just when you think you have an idea of what is going on, something is flipped. This movie is a complete fit for the Mission Impossible series (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). Each choreographed fight scene is done with such precision, you feel each punch and kick. It’s astonishing to see the team stick together even as Erica is doubting Ethan’s loyalty. As Ethan hangs off a cliff, as Luther explains Ethan’s team devotion, or as Ilsa go toe to toe with the face of evil, you will hang on every second not knowing which way is up or down. This is the thrill ride only Mission Impossible can pull off.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars
IMF is just Halloween. A bunch of grown men in masks playing trick or treat – Erica
Sorry, Luther – Ethan
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again – Review
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again – Budget of $75 million – 1 hour and 54 minutes
Sophie has finally finished her mother’s biggest project: to redo and update the hotel. She decides to name it Hotel Bella Donna. And she invites everyone to the grand re-opening. While she is happy that her mom’s best friends, Rosie and Tanya, can come. She is disappointed that only one of her three dads can come. Also, her relationship is in a tough place. Sky has been offered a job at a New York hotel and he wants Sophie to come. Sophie believes her place is in Greece and she doesn’t want to leave it or the hotel. Just when Sophie doesn’t think things can get harder, a storm rolls through that stops boats and planes from traveling and leaves a huge mess of her new hotel. And what keeps her strong is memories of her mother and how she came to Greece. This is the untold story that will unfold in front of your eyes.
While it’s pretty obvious the path for Sophie’s storyline, it’s Donna’s storyline that is the most interesting. Seeing Donna’s first encounter with Harry in France the day before she went to Greece. And how she met Bill because she missed the ferry to Greece. And the chance meeting she had on a rainy road with Sam to help a horse. Even though, each time Donna met them she said she wasn’t “that kind of girl”, she left in her inhibitions behind her and made some memories. This movie has the songs, choreography, and laughs you know from the prequel (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). But it doesn’t spark a moment with you. If you are a fan of first, see the second matinee. Otherwise, wait for Redbox.
I give it 2.5 out of 5 stars
Be still my beating vagina – Tanya
He has a boat – Rosie
I disappointed her – Sam
That’s a strange name – Ruby
Focus greatest motivator is the last minute – Sophie
It’s not a punishment – Donna
Blindspotting – Review
Blindspotting – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 35 minutes
Collin has 3 days left on his year-long parole after serving time in jail and he is doing everything possible to stay out of trouble. He works as a mover with his best friend Miles in their hometown of Oakland, California. He keeps is 11 pm curfew at a halfway house. In addition to staying out of any kind of trouble. As he is driving home one night after work, he sees a man running. Moments later, that man is shot 4 times by an officer right in front of Collin. Collin goes home but can’t shake a sick feeling as the news reports come out. The next 2 days will leave test him in love, friendship, culture, and perception.
This movie proves that everyone has a blind spot. Miles and Collin see the world around them changing. With gentrification, Miles and Collin don’t know where they belong. However, the biggest question is about their friendship. Miles believe Collin’s parole is changing him into a water down version of himself. Collin believes that Miles is so busy being a tough guy that he isn’t growing up. And Val, Collins’s ex, believe Miles will be Collin’s downfall. This movie gives a spectacular narrative to a white guy growing up in a predominately black neighborhood and a black male growing up trying to not be a stereotype in a black neighborhood. With each of them growing up together, they still have a blind spot for each other’s pain and pressure. And during one scene, you will hold your breath and silently hope everything doesn’t fall apart. See this movie today.
I give it 4.5 out of 5 stars
They have really great produce – Collin
He already biracial, why does he need to be bilingual – Miles
Eighth Grade – Review
Eighth Grade – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 34 minutes
With one week left in the 8th-grade, Kayla is still a social media introvert. She posts vlogs giving advice, like pics on Instagram, and put on makeup to be “flawless, I woke up like this” on Snapchat. But when she goes out in the world, she can’t talk to people, keeps her head down, and was voted quietest in the class. Later, she is handed her 6th grade Time Capsule and becomes disappointed. She realizes that in 2 short years, she has not lived up to any of her hopes and dreams. So in 7 days, Kayla hopes to turn things around by going to a party, making friends, and trying new things. She just wants to put herself out there. And with this choice, she will find her true self and prepare for high school.
With an honest looking at 8th-grade life today, Kayla tells the tale of being a tween in today’s generation. She doesn’t feel like a child however she is just becoming a teenager. She has become a slave to her screens and doesn’t know how to interact with the real world around her. She sees others around her with friends but she never notices that they are always looking at their phones. Each time you see this sincere portrayal, it becomes even sadder. With every way kids have to connect to the world, Eight Grade shows us that they still don’t know how to communicate. Watch this movie with your tween and start a conversation today.
I give it 3 out of 5 stars
Do I make you sad – Kayla
Eighth grade is the worst. I was a mess then – Olivia
You don’t think I’m funny – Mark
#TombRaider, #WrinkleInTime, and more – Movie Reviews
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Tomb Raider – Review
Tomb Raider – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 58 minutes
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Lara sits in a large boardroom with her former guardian Anna and her father Richard’s attorney. Anna has urged Lara to sign the papers to confirm her father is dead so the company and properties can be passed over to her. Her father went missing 7 years ago but she hasn’t worked up the nerve to confirm his death, until now. Just as she puts the pen to paper, the attorney hands her a Japanese puzzle box from her father. She puts down the pen and starts to work on the puzzle and out pops a key with a note. She follows the clues to a private office. She finds a camcorder with the words ‘Play Me” posted to it. She is intrigued to find a message from her father. He tells her he is more than just a businessman. He worked to discover the legends of the world. His latest mission was to find Himiko: The Goddess of Death. However, he feels he is being watched by a group called Trinity. He warns her to burn all his work so no one will ever find it. Lara’s curiosity gets the better of her and she searches for the truth. And by the end of this adventure, Lara will gain an ally, get some trademark firepower, and come face to face with the person who shot her father.
Based on the Tomb Raider video games, this adventure story goes from 0 to 100 real quick (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). It is better than you would expect and the best movie of this series. During a chase sequence, so many bad things are happening in succession that Lara says the one thing the audience is really thinking: ‘Really?!?!’ Now there is a lull for 15 minutes to a pivotal moment but it does pick up. The only downfall is the beginning has a lot faster pace than the end. As they creep through the tomb and find traps, the soliloquies tend to drag for each character. The end is only strengthened by the final fight scene. Stay past the 1st set of end credits. It does leave an opening for a part 2 and there is potential for a second.
I give it a 3 out of 5
Stop dancing and start fighting – Terry
You’ve been decorating – Anna
I’m sorry. I’m just not that kind of Croft – Lara
What you got in the other boot – Lu
You shouldn’t have come here. But I’m glad you did – bad guy
I love you – Richard
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Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time – Review
Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time – Budget of $100 million – 1 hour and 49 minutes
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Meg is the beloved oldest child of scientists Dr. Kate and Dr. Alex Murry. She soaked up every ounce of knowledge they placed in front of her. So when they adopt another child Charles Wallace, they let her know she will always be loved. So having her father disappear for 4 years has caused Meg to acted out. Her latest interaction with a bully has caused a rift in the household. During a conversation about her behavior with Kate, she hears Charles Wallace talking to a woman in the living room. Kate and Meg are stunned to see Mrs. Whatsit talking to Charles. Mrs. Whatsis lets them all know that Meg is important and Charles is remarkable. She expresses that the others will be there to help the children in their mission. Kate politely asks Mrs. Whatsit to leave. The next morning, Calvin is drawn to Meg. Charles says Calvin was summoned because he has the diplomacy they will need later. While walking with Calvin, Charles takes them to an abandoned house to meet Mrs. Who. She has gone beyond language and just quotes the words of others. They leave her and go home. The next day Mrs. Whatsit and Mrs. Who introduce the children to Mrs. Which. Mrs. Which tells Meg and Charles their father is still alive. They will have to wrinkle time to find him in another dimension. Meg will have to become a true warrior to save her father.
Based on A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet) by Madeleine L’Engle, this visual masterpiece has a great message for children and teens (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). It praises acknowledging your faults while having a deeper understanding and compassion for others. As Meg’s lack-of-self makes her time wrinkle painful while Calvin and Charles love the experience. As she becomes stronger and finds a reason to fight, Meg finds the strength she never knew she had. While it’s not a new story, the imagery given to the author’s words makes it remarkable. The special effects can only be experienced on the big screen, but 3D is not necessary.
I give it 3.5 out of 5 stars
You have pretty hair – Calvin
Don’t use dad like that. It’s not fair – Kate
Your home is warm. You do a good job keeping the darkness out – Mrs. Whatsit
I love you – Meg
Let’s beat em up – Alex
Is there such a thing as the wrong size – Mrs. Which
I don’t like visitation – Happy Medium
Outkast, American – Mrs. Who
We tired her out – Calvin
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Gringo – Review
Gringo – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 50 minutes
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Harold has the typical 9 to 5 job in Chicago. He was recommended by his friend Richard as an Operations Manager. While he works hard, he is $20,000 in debt because he supports his wife Bonnie’s business that doesn’t make a profit. Harold, Richard, and Elaine all go to Mexico on a business trip. Richard and Elaine leave Harold in the dark about most of the business dealings. For a while, to make a profit, they have worked with the Mexican cartel to sell their medical marijuana pills. Now they want to cut off the cartel. The cartel decides to steal the formula and the only one who can get behind the volt is Harold. They go to find Harold but he has run off. Not because of the cartel. But his world is crumbling around him. With one phone call, he learns he is losing his friend, his job, and his wife. With his debt, he decides to fake his kidnapping for the company travel insurance. The problem is Richard and Elaine let it lapse. But there is another insurance policy; life insurance. With Harold dead, Richard and Elaine will make millions. Harold has no idea his fake kidnapping will become a real life and death situation.
There is so much going on its hard to keep it straight. For a while it tries to be funny, then serious, then a gangster movie, and then a love story. This movie goes in so many directions it leaves the watcher dizzy and confused. This storyline that takes on too much at once. At least 2 angles could have been removed and the story would still make sense. Wait for Redbox so you can rewind and rewatch.
I give it 2 out of 5 stars
You didn’t notice the guerilla – Bonnie
Do want to know what I had to eat on the flight home – Elaine
Eat your f’ing carrot – Harold
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Thoroughbreds – Review
Thoroughbreds – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 30 minutes
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Lily was paid by Amanda’s mom to tutor her and be friends. While they were friends in the past, Amanda calls Lily out for her ‘pay-to-play’ friendship. After seeing an interaction between Lily and her step-father Mark, Amanda can see the tension between them. Lily finally gets real and tells Amanda she hates her step-father. Lily has a solution: Kill Mark. Lily cuts Amanda off because she knows Amanda killed her family’s horse. Lily knows that killing Mark isn’t something Amanda says in just. But after Mark tells Lily she is being sent to boarding school for being expelled and fired, Lily wants him gone. So she calls Amanda to hear the plan to kill Mark and execute it.
So have you ever wonder what happens when a sociopath meets a psychopath? Well, wonder no more. These two girls quickly delve into darkness when Amanda tells Lily she can’t feel emotions. She can feel tired, hungry, and pain but she can’t feel sad, happy, or afraid. Lily, on the other hand, can feel everything to the point she is overwhelmed with emotions. But its a question of who is controlling who. While it’s an interesting movie, this feels like a long Criminal Minds episode (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). Wait for VOD.
I give it 2 out of 5 stars
It’s only weird if you make it weird – Amanda
Some things weighing on you – Tim
Don’t drink that – Lily
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The Hurricane Heist – Review
The Hurricane Heist – Budget of $35 million – 1 hour and 43 minutes
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ATF and Washington liaison Casey is ready to end her shift. She needs to drop off 3 truckloads of money to a US treasury in Alabama to be shredded. Once she gets there, she learns their generator is down due to the incoming hurricane. She can’t leave without witnessing the shredding. Since the phones are down, she goes into town to find Breeze. Breeze is an ex-marine, mechanic, and partier. Breeze has been warned by his meteorologist brother, Dr. Will that this hurricane is going to be bigger than any other hurricane before it. Even bigger than the one that killed their father in front of them. Breeze decides to stay in town and help Casey instead. Driving back, Casey and Breeze don’t know that the Treasury has been taken over and the thieves are using the hurricane as cover. They plan on stealing $600 million before it can be shredded. However, the power is out and Casey has the codes.
While Hurricane Heist was Twister meets Den of Thieves, it’s missing a twist and real punchlines (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). It does offer special effects but nothing that hasn’t been seen before. This movie is just missing the action and firepower that comes from Fast and the Furious. There is no real connection between the characters besides football and the acting is subpar. This movie should have gone straight to DVD or VOD. Wait until it’s on cable.
I give it 1.5 out of 5 stars
I shot them all – Casey
Here, don’t forget to take your vitamins – Breeze
How did that happen – Will
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#BeautyAndTheBeast and #TheLastWord – Review Repost – In Stores Now!!!
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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast – Review
Beauty and the Beast – Budget of $160 million – 2 hours and 9 minutes
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A long time ago, an egotistical prince turned away a woman in need because she wasn’t beautiful. When she offered a rose in exchange for help, he only laughed. The woman turned beautiful and then cursed the prince to be a beast and all those who lived in the castle to become inanimate objects. The rose is kept in a glass case where a petal falls ever so often. If the prince doesn’t find a woman to fall in love with him before the last petal falls, everyone, including the prince, will be stuck for all eternity.
Belle is the weird girl in her small town in France. She is a smart, well-read girl that doesn’t want to marry any of they guys in town. She loves spending time helping her father, doing her chores, and visiting her quaint library. Gaston, on the other hand, thinks Belle is the most beautiful girl in town and she should be with the most handsome man … himself. He asks her on a proper date and she quickly says no. She finds Gaston ghastly and a brute. However, pushing away is advances only makes him want her more. When Maurice (Belle’s father) doesn’t return with his horse Phillippe, Belle goes off to find him. Belle finds her father in the castle of the Beast. She decides to take her father’s place in the dungeon. The living inanimate objects believe she can break their spell and set her free about the castle to get to know the man behind the beast. While Belle is at the castle, Maurice goes back to town and ask for help to get his daughter back. Of course, this means Gaston to the rescue, but for how long?
Now, this is a story you may know. So, for all my hardcore Disney fans, sorry for the long explanation in the paragraphs above. While the live adaptation of the cartoon is very popular, they must:
- stay true to the original story, Beauty and the Beast (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer)
- bring animation to life and songs
- give something new to the audience with ruining the integrity of the original
This is a hard sell for a classic movie. But Disney, once again, does a good job. They recreated classic scenes, songs, and dances while giving fans new elements and songs. Now be prepared the ending is a little … just a smidge … different but still good. Now the biggest problem is when the movie switch from live action to computer graphics. This transition is extremely noticeable and takes away from the viewing experience. While this live adaptation should be seen on the big screen, it should not be seen in 3D. So as they say, if you want to see it, Be Our Guest. LOL. Sorry … couldn’t help it.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars
She is so well reading you are so athletically inclined – LeFou
It’s the ones who play hard to get that are the sweetest prey – Gaston
Your mother was fearless – Maurice
Mom said I wasn’t supposed to move because it might be scary – Chip
A minute of forever – Belle
She is not coming back – Beast
Excuse me. Grandmother. Attack – Mrs. Potts
Turn back to a clock. Turn back to a clock – Cogsworth
The man has taste – Lumiere
Ow another cavity – Maestro Cadenza
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The Last Word – Review
The Last Word – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 58 minutes
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After a failed suicide attempt, Harrietta (an obsessive control freak) starts to think about her obituary. After reading a few, she stumbles upon a writer she likes, Anna. Harrietta marches to Anna’s job and demands Anna write her obituary. She gives Anna an alphabetized list of family, friends, and colleagues along with their favorite restaurants so Anna can interview them. Also, she gives Anna until Monday to deliver. Anna wants to say no but her boss tells her that Harrietta’s advertisements keep their newspaper afloat. Anna must make Harrietta happy to keep the newspaper open. Anna interviews are horribly disastrous. No one has anything nice to say about Harrietta. Anna does the best that she can to create the obituary and turn it in. Harrietta is extremely disappointed in Anna’s work and lets her know it. It’s then that Anna tells Harrietta that the writing isn’t the problem, it’s the subject. After some research and hurt feelings, Harrietta comes to Anna’s home unannounced with writing tips for Anna. Every obituary Harrietta has read has 4 parts:
- Family who loves them
- Co-workers who admire them
- Help the life of a minority or physically disabled
- A wild card
With a family that hates her, co-workers who fear her, no charity work, and no wild card, Harrietta sees where Anna has issues. So, Harrietta asks Anna to help her fix her life to improve her obituary.
This film is sharp and has great comedic timing, even though it covers the rough topic of death. Although Harrietta does work hard to change her life, her core self (strong, bold, brash) remains the same. While others think she is tough, she just wants people to live up to their potential and take a risk. But in the course of this story, both Anna and Brenda (the minority Harrietta helps) grow and become stronger. They even take the all-important road trip to see an estranged family member together. While a bonding movie isn’t unique, this movie was written in a refreshing way. The strong female leads aren’t apologetic for being strong, but hold firm in their resilience. This is definitely one to watch in theaters.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars
Thank you for your approval – Harrietta
You should be so lucky – Ronald
I’m happy. I have a good life and you should be a part of it – Elizabeth
Well, I’m not sorry – Anna
You gotta be something. God put you in this world to be something – Brenda
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#TheBossBaby, #GhostInTheShell, and more – Movie Reviews
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DreamWorks The Boss Baby – Review
DreamWorks The Boss Baby – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 37 minutes
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Tim Templeton is a happy only child to 2 loving parents named Ted and Janice. He believes this family of three is all he needs and the family is complete, but he has a baby brother on the way. While in heaven, there are 2 types of babies: ticklish and not ticklish. The ticklish babies go to a loving family one earth while the other babies go to Baby Corp. Baby Corp makes sure baby production stays up but they have a problem: Puppies. Puppies are talking all the love that humans had for babies. And with the threat of Puppy Co’s new puppy, The Boss (as he likes to be called) will infiltrate the home of Puppy Co’s marketing executives: Ted and Janice Templeton. Tim immediately hates the new baby because The Boss is taking all of his parents time. attention, and love. But when Tim discovers The Boss’s secret, they strike a deal. If Tim helps The Boss, The Boss will leave and go back to Baby Corp and receive his promotion and corner office (with a private potty). But if they fail, The Boss will be stuck with the family forever. Tim knows that in order to complete their plan they have to get along and go to “Bring Your Kid To Work Day”. It’s there they can find the secret plans about the new puppy. But once they get the plans, the will find out the truth about the man behind the puppies.
Based on The Boss Baby by Marla Frazee, this movie won’t continuously make you laugh, it is a great film about family and coming together (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). Now parents don’t be worried there are plenty of jokes for you. With blurred out private parts, Blackbird song, and references to Raiders of the Lost Ark, Glengarry Glen Ross, and Mouse Trap, you will laugh at the screen and your children’s confusion (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). Also, this movie gives great business tips. For Example:
- If you aim for failure, you will succeed
- The path to success is not a straight line
- Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right
- Cookies are for closers
Two of the biggest saving graces in this movie are the montages and the seamless change from Tim’s fantasy to his reality. It will make you want to see these scenes over and over again. While it is not the funniest movie around, it is wonderfully crafted. Stay past both end crawls for a cute ending, but not a part two introduction. Do not see this in 3D, there is no need. Matinee is well worth the price.
I give it 3 out of 5 stars
No that’s ok. I’m enough – Tim
One day you are going to get to know this guy and you will love him with all your heart – Ted
I’m surrounded by a muscle head, a bunch of yes men, and a doodler – The Boss
Now you see them, now you don’t – Francis Francis
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Ghost in the Shell – Review
Ghost in the Shell – Budget of $110 million – 1 hour and 56 minutes
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Mira wakes up on an exam table, in Hanka Robotics, unable to move her body. Dr. Ouelet asks her what is the last thing she remembers, and Mira states “drowning”. Dr. Ouelet tells her that she and her family were attacked by terrorist while on a boat. Her family was killed. They attempted to save her, but only her mind could be saved. So they put her mind in a shell (cybernetic body). While most humans have some cyber robotics inside of them, Mira is the first of her kind and she will fight against cyber terrorist threats for Sector 9. After a year, she is a Major and has to take medicine so her mind won’t reject her shell. During a mission, a Hanka executive is attacked by a robot, hacked, and killed, but the robot says something that unnerves Mira. Mira wants to deep dive into the robot memory with the hope of finding the person behind the hack. However, during the deep dive, Mira starts to get hacked but she escapes before falling apart. She pinpoints the hacker’s location, but what she really finds is the truth behind Hanka Robotics, her origin, and the ghost in her memory glitches.
Based on Ghost in the Shell by Masamune Shirow, the premise of the movie is great (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). However, when the story isn’t relying on digital effects, it becomes extremely boring. While the visual effects are amazing, they are not new. They are just done with better technology. Scarlett does her best to bring her character to life by having a deadpan face and robotic movements, but (to be honest) it feels like a stiff Black Widow. The rest of the cast do as much as they can to make this story work, but it’s just not enough to keep your interest. There is no wow factor nor a plot twist that leaves you wanting more. Just skip this movie and go to Red Box.
I give it 2 out of 5 stars
I don’t see her as a machine, but a weapon and the future of my company – Mr. Cutter
Hey, it’s just a robot – Batou
This is Major and you have my consent – Major Mira
We cling to memories as if they determines us, but they don’t. what we do that determine us – Dr. Ouelet
I’m human and happy to be – Han
Do I have your consent – Aramaki
Do you think you were the first – Kuze
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The Last Word – Review
The Last Word – Budget Unknown – 1 hour and 58 minutes
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After a failed suicide attempt, Harrietta (an obsessive control freak) starts to think about her obituary. After reading a few, she stumbles upon a writer she likes, Anna. Harrietta marches to Anna’s job and demands Anna write her obituary. She gives Anna an alphabetized list of family, friends, and colleagues along with their favorite restaurants so Anna can interview them. Also, she gives Anna until Monday to deliver. Anna wants to say no but her boss tells her that Harrietta’s advertisements keep their newspaper afloat. Anna must make Harrietta happy to keep the newspaper open. Anna interviews are horribly disastrous. No one has anything nice to say about Harrietta. Anna does the best that she can to create the obituary and turn it in. Harrietta is extremely disappointed in Anna’s work and lets her know it. It’s then that Anna tells Harrietta that the writing isn’t the problem, it’s the subject. After some research and hurt feelings, Harrietta comes to Anna’s home unannounced with writing tips for Anna. Every obituary Harrietta has read has 4 parts:
- Family who loves them
- Co-workers who admire them
- Help the life of a minority or physically disabled
- A wild card
With a family that hates her, co-workers who fear her, no charity work, and no wild card, Harrietta sees where Anna has issues. So, Harrietta asks Anna to help her fix her life to improve her obituary.
This film is sharp and has great comedic timing, even though it covers the rough topic of death. Although Harrietta does work hard to change her life, her core self (strong, bold, brash) remains the same. While others think she is tough, she just wants people to live up to their potential and take a risk. But in the course of this story, both Anna and Brenda (the minority Harrietta helps) grow and become stronger. They even take the all-important road trip to see an estranged family member together. While a bonding movie isn’t unique, this movie was written in a refreshing way. The strong female leads aren’t apologetic for being strong, but hold firm in their resilience. This is definitely one to watch in theaters.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars
Thank you for your approval – Harrietta
You should be so lucky – Ronald
I’m happy. I have a good life and you should be a part of it – Elizabeth
Well, I’m not sorry – Anna
You gotta be something. God put you in this world to be something – Brenda
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