"DON'T WORRY, HE WON'T GET FAR ON FOOT" 2018 1 hour 55 mins. R
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Movie #1892 ........................."Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot"
Movie #1892 "Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot" -- stream free Amazon Prime - I came across this while looking through Amazon Prime , and since I was recently wowed by Phoenix's performance as the Joker, I thought I'd check this one out --- this is a true biopic of John Callahan who found his way out of the hell of alcohol addiction by cartooning. I was also interested in seeing Joaquin work with the wheel chair and the debilitating consequences of a car accident he is in when stone drunk -- He made it look quite authentic and got the rebellious spirit of John Callahan across throughout the film. Phoenix has been linked to Rooney Mara, his co-star here so I wanted to view how that worked out , them working together, in this film. Finally, I have been somewhat of a Gus Van Sant fan --- at least I know it will be nice looking, but not always a strong narrative through to the end, but this one was --- just the end could have had more punch. Otherwise, I'd give it a 4 out of 5 stars. Hard to watch, but it's nice to root for someone as he tries to deal with his addictions.
"DON'T WORRY, HE WON'T GET FAR ON FOOT" 2018 1 hour 55 mins. R
"DON'T WORRY, HE WON'T GET FAR ON FOOT" 2018 1 hour 55 mins. R
Movie #1891 ........................."Troop Zero"
Movie #1891 "Troop Zero" - can be streamed on amazon prime --- We really enjoyed watching this movie the other night -- you might want to put subtitles on because they talk fast and with thick Georgian accents --- and they use regional dialect and idioms. Most of the kids are very unkind verbally to each other and that's why I suggested middle school and older (in fact, there's a character named "hell, no" ). There are "mean girls" even at a young age in here that make fun of the lead troop --- Allison Janney is the snotty principal and Viola Davis's character....well, you have to see it to believe it. Let's just say, she adds another dimension to the melting pot of zany characters here (well, Gaffigan is the dad). But in all its zaniest, it handles the grief well, while covering commitment, friendship, priorities in life and winning isn't everything . And it will have you cheering at the end, and wiping a tear in the finale. And you may be tapping your toes and singing along to the music --- esp. David Bowie's star songs. 4.5 out of 5 (I am a sucker for underdog films! esp. with this little star actress(McKenna Grace) whom I have been a fan of since "Gifted" (see her in "Young Sheldon," occasionally, too)
See if you will like it, by checking out this link: https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2189344537?listId=ls025720609&pf_rd_m=A2FGELUUNOQJNL&pf_rd_p=fbbed923-479d-463e-9e86-878589d08758&pf_rd_r=ZXHZPZ5180MQAD758ZDA&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_t=15021&pf_rd_i=tt2404465&ref_=tt_vd_troop_jkt_i_1
"TROOP ZERO" IMDB says it is PG, but I would say middle school up 2019 1 hr 34 mins
An endearingly-gifted young leading lady, sparkling supporting performances, and a devilishly irreverent take on the underdog story make this period movie funny, surprising, and notably current.
See if you will like it, by checking out this link: https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2189344537?listId=ls025720609&pf_rd_m=A2FGELUUNOQJNL&pf_rd_p=fbbed923-479d-463e-9e86-878589d08758&pf_rd_r=ZXHZPZ5180MQAD758ZDA&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_t=15021&pf_rd_i=tt2404465&ref_=tt_vd_troop_jkt_i_1
"TROOP ZERO" IMDB says it is PG, but I would say middle school up 2019 1 hr 34 mins
Movie #1890 ........................."Kim's Convenience" (seasons 2 and 3)
Movie #1890 "Kim's Convenience" --- here we are waiting eagerly to see Season 4 of this show after going quite swiftly Seasons 2 and 3 of one of our favorite shows now "Kim's Convenience."
Yes, you , too, can stream it on netflix and you hopefully will discover a fun show for the whole family to see concerning a South Korean family that owns a convenience store in Toronto, Canada. It has won several awards in Canada (that's covered in the link below) and has quite a lot of fans who are following this immigrant story. It seems quite topical now, and even an important point of view we should be hearing from in our society these days. We give it 5 out of 5 and highly recommend it. Sometimes it is silly, but most of the time it is spot on and very enjoyable to watch, esp. in the growth of the characters, and the variety of customers who walk into a store like this. The family here becomes friends to us whom we check in nightly . Here is a link to introduce a little about what I am talking about:
link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL9xRE3TS_4&frags=wn
"KIM'S CONVENIENCE" 2016--- 22 minute show, comedy
Yes, you , too, can stream it on netflix and you hopefully will discover a fun show for the whole family to see concerning a South Korean family that owns a convenience store in Toronto, Canada. It has won several awards in Canada (that's covered in the link below) and has quite a lot of fans who are following this immigrant story. It seems quite topical now, and even an important point of view we should be hearing from in our society these days. We give it 5 out of 5 and highly recommend it. Sometimes it is silly, but most of the time it is spot on and very enjoyable to watch, esp. in the growth of the characters, and the variety of customers who walk into a store like this. The family here becomes friends to us whom we check in nightly . Here is a link to introduce a little about what I am talking about:
link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL9xRE3TS_4&frags=wn
"KIM'S CONVENIENCE" 2016--- 22 minute show, comedy
Season 2, 13 episodes, Season 3, 13 episodes -- comedy surrounding a South Korean family running a convenience store in Toronto.
Monday, February 17, 2020
Movie #1889 ........................."Peanut Butter Falcon"
Movie #1889 "Peanut Butter Falcon" -- Redbox movie --- this took a few slow minutes to get into, but once I got through the opening, it won me over with a winning performance by Zack Gottsagen, who plays the title of this independent film. Shia Lebeouf did a wonderful supporting job, too, in this film --- the love story with Dakota is not a surprise, but she shows a bit more charm and authenticity in this role, in comparison to some other things I have seen her in....the story is pretty predictable --- we've seen it in varying ways play out, but not in this way ---- and for that reason , it was fun to watch the end. I would say, overall, this film is very charming and I recommend it. 4 stars out of 5.
"PEANUT BUTTER FALCON' 1 hour and 37 mins 2019 PG-13
"PEANUT BUTTER FALCON' 1 hour and 37 mins 2019 PG-13
Zak runs away from his care home to make his dream of becoming a wrestler come true.
Movie #1888 ........................."Joker"
Movie #1888 "Joker" --- I saw this several weeks ago, but I forgot to write a blog on it (Thanks to my cousin for reminding me) I found this film one of the most intriguing films that I have seen in a long time--- I was going to skip it (esp. since I am not a superhero/marvel/dc fan) mainly because I assumed it was just a string of violent episodes, one after another --- again, not a fan of those kinds of movies. But then there were a couple of factors that persuaded me to get it from redbox shortly after it was offered there. 1) I read on line that a lot of mental health experts were finding redeeming qualities in it, 2) Joaquin Phoenix was being mentioned again and again for best actor (I am one of those who thinks that Phoenix is one of the best actors of our time --- but a bit cerebral/ bordering on strange speaking in his interviews). 3) there were so many people on facebook and in texts that were commenting on the film, so I felt I was missing something big - FOMO, I guess (something I don't usually like to miss) and 4) people were asking me what I thought about it ---- so I felt it was coming across as meaty enough to talk about.......so I saw it. And I am glad I did. Yes, it was very violent (I had a list of those horrid scenes in front of me from IMDB so that I could speed through them or close my eyes --- sorry, I just can't watch much of that any more) Yes, it went through the character development of the joker, batman's dreaded villain, even including the backstory of Batman's parents being killed as a result of the joker (well, kind of). But what I found more interesting was that it seemed to take you into this wounded mind --- it is a result of an entire life of abuse, from an abusive mother, a missing father, a victim of bullying and manipulation by those he works with, and even strangers in the streets...... as a result, he can't make connections with people --- the one time he does, with this woman in the elevator who seems to "get him" for one moment, he misreads it & as a result, he is caught engaging in inappropriate behavior. His social worker he checks in with obviously doesn't "get him" --- his boss doesn't "get him" --- his mother doesn't "get him" --- his fellow workers don't "get him" --- even guys on a train car don't get him, and they push him to such extremes, he acts out violently --- his first rung on the ladder of descending into disintegration of his character. Joaquin is able to walk the line here with the audience between us feeling sorry for him or for us abhorring what he does. He is given very few tools to deal with his mental illness, but one in particular is interesting to watch ---- his dance moves seem to calm him down --- they almost look ballet - like, which emphatically clashes with the violence and blood in the background that he is causing. And all that just adds to the maniacal tone in a lot of the scenes..... watching this film is like watching a car accident at times in slow motion. You are drawn in emotionally to his quest to be acknowledged as a human being --- the movie lets us see enough to "get him" in some moments so when he takes us on this crazy ride through time, and we know what is going to result, it is still jarring to us that the accident happens! And then we linger to watch the "now what?" I think this is the kind of movie that incites discussions, hopefully about mental illness because boy, do we need them. This is a recommendation, but only to those who can stomach the violence. I give it a 4 out of 5.
"JOKER" 2 hours and 2 minutes 2019 Rated R
"JOKER" 2 hours and 2 minutes 2019 Rated R
Set in 1980s Gotham City, this origin story of DC Comics' notorious archvillain the Joker chronicles the cautionary tale of a stand-up comedian whose failure drives him to criminal madness.
Saturday, February 8, 2020
MOVIE #1887 ........................."Learning to Skateboard in a war zone (esp. if you are a girl)"
Movie #1887 "Learning to Skateboard in a War Zone" -- saw it on xfinity on demand --
the title says a lot of what happens in this short doc, but there's so much seen in the eyes of these little girls in a society that demeans their existence. They have to sneak into the schools to be taught, and then to a skateboarding place where they do this inside, because they are not allowed out on the street --- and when they are 13 they have to stay in their houses (in Afghanistan) This film will make you angry, but joyful that they have this outlet. I'd give this 4 out of 5 stars. The film is divided into the 5 steps to skateboard (like skating the ramp, etc.) We are in the classroom half the time and I found that esp. interesting.
"LEARNING TO SKATEBOARD IN A WAR ZONE (IF YOU'RE A GIRL) 2019 39 mins
the title says a lot of what happens in this short doc, but there's so much seen in the eyes of these little girls in a society that demeans their existence. They have to sneak into the schools to be taught, and then to a skateboarding place where they do this inside, because they are not allowed out on the street --- and when they are 13 they have to stay in their houses (in Afghanistan) This film will make you angry, but joyful that they have this outlet. I'd give this 4 out of 5 stars. The film is divided into the 5 steps to skateboard (like skating the ramp, etc.) We are in the classroom half the time and I found that esp. interesting.
"LEARNING TO SKATEBOARD IN A WAR ZONE (IF YOU'RE A GIRL) 2019 39 mins
Learning To Skateboard In A Warzone (If You're A Girl) is the story of young Afghan girls learning to read, write-and skateboard-in Kabul.
Director:
Carol DysingerMOVIE #1886 ........................."Life Overtakes Me"
Movie #1886 "Life Overtakes Me" --- I had never heard of resignation syndrome, but it seems it is a very specific PTSD and it has popped up in Sweden --- 200 cases in 3 years and growing, and popping up in Australia, as well --- in children, and they are in a comatose state due to some reaction to a tragedy ---- we see them and the way they act in the coma, and what their diligent parents do to keep them going --- move their legs and other parts of the body, bathe them daily, feed them, take them for walks, teach them to swallow, etc. It was unbelievable to watch! But I had sooooo many questions afterward so I'd give it 4 out of 5 stars.
"LIFE OVERTAKES ME" 2019 39 mins can stream from Netflix
In the grip of trauma, hundreds of refugee children in Sweden withdraw from life's uncertainties into a coma-like illness called Resignation Syndrome.
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