It feels like there's a resurgence for these type of comedies that I haven't seen in a long time. I think it might be because either A) there are so many really good movies that are being made that it drowns out these comedies. B) Superhero movies have just been so dominant in the last decade, or C) I haven't been paying to much attention to the movie industry, and comedy films are still popular. All we need now is a Vince Vaughan, Owen Wilson with Will Ferrell comedy to confirm the comeback!
Thanks so much for your well-written review, Louise. Like you, I am a movie buff and really like socially relevant films -- hard to come by these days. I recommend "The Sound of Freedom," which is based on a true story about child sex trafficking. Sure, it is grim subject but this crowd-funded movie is definitely worth seeing. The movie is playing in wide release in San Diego County. I saw it yesterday at the Vista Cinepolis for the bargain price of $6. The movie theatre was packed! If you DO see it, please post a review. Thanks again for your excellent writing.
Nice newsletter, Louise. I find that American TV punches down a lot. Particularly sitcoms. yes, making fun of the less powerful or less intelligent. But also going for the easy joke over character. Maybe the character will have a moment of depth feeling and the writers undercut it with a joke. I see very few comedies in the movies or TV that I like. It's too much the easy laugh.
Love this review! Admittedly, I tear up easily this day. But I have to say I did get a little watery around the eyes when the protagonist asked if he could kiss his crush. 💕 May consent culture become a thing!
Glad our shared class the other day brought me to you, Louise!
Great review, Louise! And thank you so much for your kind words about our podcast on this flick *blushing*
Rob
P.S. We shouted your review out on our show the other night - here's a timecoded link to it :-)
https://www.youtube.com/live/CtFmT554rvY?feature=share&t=1042
The early 80s was so contradictory. You can be anything you want to be! Especially if you want to be a blond tutor!
It feels like there's a resurgence for these type of comedies that I haven't seen in a long time. I think it might be because either A) there are so many really good movies that are being made that it drowns out these comedies. B) Superhero movies have just been so dominant in the last decade, or C) I haven't been paying to much attention to the movie industry, and comedy films are still popular. All we need now is a Vince Vaughan, Owen Wilson with Will Ferrell comedy to confirm the comeback!
Definitely going to see this movie! Thanks for this.
Thanks so much for your well-written review, Louise. Like you, I am a movie buff and really like socially relevant films -- hard to come by these days. I recommend "The Sound of Freedom," which is based on a true story about child sex trafficking. Sure, it is grim subject but this crowd-funded movie is definitely worth seeing. The movie is playing in wide release in San Diego County. I saw it yesterday at the Vista Cinepolis for the bargain price of $6. The movie theatre was packed! If you DO see it, please post a review. Thanks again for your excellent writing.
Great newsletter, Louise! And now I'm adding two movies I would have overlooked to my TBW.
He’s my cousin….SQUEEZE (from behind!!!) He’s my SECOND COUSIN!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Nice newsletter, Louise. I find that American TV punches down a lot. Particularly sitcoms. yes, making fun of the less powerful or less intelligent. But also going for the easy joke over character. Maybe the character will have a moment of depth feeling and the writers undercut it with a joke. I see very few comedies in the movies or TV that I like. It's too much the easy laugh.
Love this review! Admittedly, I tear up easily this day. But I have to say I did get a little watery around the eyes when the protagonist asked if he could kiss his crush. 💕 May consent culture become a thing!
Glad our shared class the other day brought me to you, Louise!