Post by Librarian on Mar 14, 2005 23:37:04 GMT -5
I hope ya'll don't mind, but I am going to add my own review here. If you prefer, I could start a Member's review thread - just let me know.
This is my take on the movie – I am not an experienced reviewer, so this may seem choppy. Bear with me if I repeat myself.
The soundtrack effen blew me away. Best I’ve heard since Velvet Goldmine. The Seventies styled filming was inspired – grainy flat, saturated colors and long shots punctuated by music. Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, Billy Joe Shaver and of course Harry Dean Stanton. As I mentioned before he sang throughout the film.
The movie reminded me of a Preston Sturges film through a seventies lense – Seventies in the style of SugarLand Express, Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore or Smile. My husband said it reminded him of Bob Hope’s Lemon Drop Kid.
The story is original and so well told. Luke refers to it as “episodic”. Luke is amazing! What a great character for him. It is like nothing he’s done before. A true departure and he nails it.
All the characters are so rich. What hit me days later is that Luke has captured on screen Harry Dean Stanton singing and his interactions with Seymour Cassel.
Owen’s character is one of his best ever, too. He takes the character to another level and steals every scene he’s in. His portrayal of he evil nurse is almost surreal. And you can tell he enjoyed every scene.
Will Farrell is hilarious – that goes without saying.
Brother is heart breaking. And it is interesting to see Luke interact with his pup.
For all you Luke girls there are many action scenes – like Luke running and jumping on a moving truck. Walking out of the driver’s seat of a moving car. He continually has a toothpick going. It’s a pleasure to just watch him moving about on screen. He seems so natural and relaxed.
The film is clever, uplifting, idealistic, funny and sweet. Just what you’d expect from Luke.
Luke and Jacob Vargas have great screen chemistry.
Owen and Eddie Griffin are inspired.
Harry Dean and Seymour Cassell are going to be the new on-screen duo. It’s their movie.
Kris Kristofferson has a small role, but it is integral.
Bob Musgrove is barely recognizable. Only fans will be able to pick him out. It was a very clever placement.
Eva Mendes was a bit of a downer, but certainly does not interrupt the flow.
I know it is obvious – but I really enjoyed this film. You get a sense of Luke’s world view and his admiration for the older generation.
This is my take on the movie – I am not an experienced reviewer, so this may seem choppy. Bear with me if I repeat myself.
The soundtrack effen blew me away. Best I’ve heard since Velvet Goldmine. The Seventies styled filming was inspired – grainy flat, saturated colors and long shots punctuated by music. Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, Billy Joe Shaver and of course Harry Dean Stanton. As I mentioned before he sang throughout the film.
The movie reminded me of a Preston Sturges film through a seventies lense – Seventies in the style of SugarLand Express, Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore or Smile. My husband said it reminded him of Bob Hope’s Lemon Drop Kid.
The story is original and so well told. Luke refers to it as “episodic”. Luke is amazing! What a great character for him. It is like nothing he’s done before. A true departure and he nails it.
All the characters are so rich. What hit me days later is that Luke has captured on screen Harry Dean Stanton singing and his interactions with Seymour Cassel.
Owen’s character is one of his best ever, too. He takes the character to another level and steals every scene he’s in. His portrayal of he evil nurse is almost surreal. And you can tell he enjoyed every scene.
Will Farrell is hilarious – that goes without saying.
Brother is heart breaking. And it is interesting to see Luke interact with his pup.
For all you Luke girls there are many action scenes – like Luke running and jumping on a moving truck. Walking out of the driver’s seat of a moving car. He continually has a toothpick going. It’s a pleasure to just watch him moving about on screen. He seems so natural and relaxed.
The film is clever, uplifting, idealistic, funny and sweet. Just what you’d expect from Luke.
Luke and Jacob Vargas have great screen chemistry.
Owen and Eddie Griffin are inspired.
Harry Dean and Seymour Cassell are going to be the new on-screen duo. It’s their movie.
Kris Kristofferson has a small role, but it is integral.
Bob Musgrove is barely recognizable. Only fans will be able to pick him out. It was a very clever placement.
Eva Mendes was a bit of a downer, but certainly does not interrupt the flow.
I know it is obvious – but I really enjoyed this film. You get a sense of Luke’s world view and his admiration for the older generation.