Quite good considering how interesting this character isn’t. Really simplistic film. Needed script doctor for weak third act, but hangs on.
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Pretty good. Quite good considering how interesting this character isn’t. Really simplistic movie. Felt like it could have used a script doctor, especially for the third act. But I did really enjoy.
Mo’ Meta Blues: The World According to Questlove by Questlove
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a brilliant read. Saw Quest talking to John Oliver on the Daily Show about the book and was spellbound, as was Oliver. He is such an amazing presence; a walking dictionary of music who is inspired by the sounds and can’t wait to discuss it with you. The book engages, takes to you Quest’s visual & vivid recollections of his moments frozen in time and inextricably linked to a particular song. Makes you think about the songs that define your timeline and life.
Disney gets spoofed by Disney in modern fairy tale that still plays. Adams comes alive in role made for her, but every member of cast solid.
Pure trifle: uninspired dollop of something slightly enjoyable & immediately forgotten. Allen running in place. This is not award material.
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Finally saw tonight and was able to confirm what I’be expected all along; this is a trifle. a competent if uninspired dollop of something slightly enjoyable and immediately forgotten. And that’s fine. You need those, too. But I’m still mystified why this was award material.
Kind of all over the place. Great pieces, but WAY too long. Improves hugely if split up over 2 nights. Nolan’s twists finally feel gimmicky.
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