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Just as there are many types of movies, there are many reasons to watch a movie. I don’t review movies much here but we all review the life around us. This movie about life’s emotions certainly can draw opinions from anyone with even a small bit of life experience.
Last night my wife and I went out to see, “The Descendants”.
Last night my wife and I went out to see, “The Descendants”.
It’s one of the best picture nominees this year. I’m not going to compare it to the others. I just want to recommend it and share some opinion.
The emotions displayed by the actors had me going from almost tears to jump-up yelling at the screen (I was able to restrain myself). The story includes a whole family relationship spectrum.
The emotions displayed by the actors had me going from almost tears to jump-up yelling at the screen (I was able to restrain myself). The story includes a whole family relationship spectrum.
Parent - child love, hurt, and concern
Infidelity betrayal and anger
Death's untimeliness
Old age
Rebellious teenager
Aging dementia
If you have also seen the movie please share your thoughts. I would enjoy discussing them in the comment section. thanks
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16 comments:
Haven't seen it but looks like it will be on my rental list.
Since it's up for a few awards I'm wondering if that will delay the release to DVD. I would certainly watch it again. thanks
I'll be on the lookout for it.
I have no knowledge on it's international distribution but it usually is after the US market. thanks
I haven't seen it, but it sure sounds worth a view. I don't go to cinemas anymore (hate having the back of my chair kicked, folk talking throughout the movie, etc.), but I do love a good DVD. I'll look out for it when it comes around.
We all hate inconsiderate people at a movie or event. When we went it was not crowded so there was lots of space between people. Most cinema watching turns out good for me but I've had talkers ruin it before too. thanks for browsing over here.
I haven't seen it yet, but I really want to. Maybe next week.
Thanks - I'm still waiting for a comment from someone who has seen it. I thought it had been more popular. If you do see it, I'm interested in your opinion of it.
You know, I wouldn't have seen it. But reading this from you,
I reconsider.I'll make it happen.
Thanks for the reliable tip.Adding milk duds to grocery list.....
-Jennifer
oh oh you smuggle milk duds into the theater? Those big corporations are not going like that. I hope you do see it and report back. thanks
I totally agree with you on this one. I thought it was realistic and surprising. It's tied with "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou" as my favorite Clooney film. I thought he did a great job.
Thanks finally a reader who has seen it. I have the DVD of "Oh Brother..." and a CD of the music. Clooney is good. I even enjoyed the "Men Stare at Goats??" but it wasn't anywhere as good as this one. There was a number of things I could relate to in this story so I had a connection with Clooney's character. Thanks for browsing over here.
I loved it and can't wait to see it again. It's definitely going to be one of my go-to crying movie.
Good another reader who has seen it. It's a sad story but there are parts that stirred an anger in me. One of my favorite scenes (there are many) is when he runs out of the house and down the street. thanks for sharing.
I haven't yet - I will when it comes out on Netflix.
If you can remember come back here and tell what you thought of it.
thanks
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