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A film starring John Schneider proposing to be a new take on the old classic It's a wonderful life, certainly made me curious. I screened it, in part, because aside from revering the Capra classic, I enjoyed me an episode or two of Dukes of Hazard and I'm not too proud to admit it! Schneider is a rather average actor, but he has strong charisma and screen presence (think John Denver). Add the likeability of his Doonby character and he carries the movie through some rickety patches. And as a love story develops, he still keeps viewers hooked despite a lack of chemistry and (some might argue) logic. Though it doesn't all add up while watching, the film eventually comes full circle in the end filling in some of its holes. And despite the holes that remain unfilled and other faults, the story is respectable, admirable, and brave. The last shot was a great way to end the film. A bit uneven in the drama (from awkward/hokie scenes, to some surprisingly powerful moments). |
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Grade..........................B (2/4) |
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Go into the world and inspire the people you meet with your love, kindness, and whatever it is you're really good at. Check out books by Ross Anthony. Rand() functions, Pho chicken soup, rollerblading, and frozen yogurt (w/ blueberries) also rock! (Btw, rand is short for random. It can also stand for "Really Awkward Nutty Dinosaurs" -- which is quite rand, isn't it?) Being alive is the miracle. Special thanks to Ken Kocanda, HAL, Jodie Keszek, Don Haderlein, Mom and Pops, my family, R. Foss, and many others by Ross Anthony. Galati-FE also deserves a shout out. And thanks to all of you for your interest and optimism. Enjoy great films, read stirring novels, grow. |
