Brett Garten, Movie Extraordinare
Cinematic Sommelier
8.2
This was flat out amazing. Bravo to Seth Rogen, of all people. And his wonderful wife Lauren Miller Rogen. Dementia/Alzheimer’s is such a terrible disease for all involved. This film nails the tone and weight and execution here, delivering a perfectly balanced, incredibly impactful film. Short, sweet, to the point, and highly recommended as well worth your time from this movie reviewer (and former Nurse’s Aide who cared for many who suffered from Dementia/Alzheimer’s).
8.2
I had to actually hunt a bit for a nearby IMAX screen to see this one, which was an unexpected hurdle. Once we got that out of the way, it was full afterburners, baby.
Strap in and get ready to be in awe of the dedication to the craft for almost 2 hours straight as real life Top Gun takes place. Watching the team come together and grow over the the course of a Blue Angels season was truly inspirational. As expected, there were quite a few life lessons tucked away in between the wing tips of the formations that make you wince on the edge of your seat, but the action rarely stops the entire time. You’ll leave with a newfound or renewed appreciation for aviation and expertise. Way to go Glen Powell and team!
7.4
Thank the lord she sat on the piano to hit a random note and interrupt their make out session. Had they missed that must-do, it would have been an automatic deduction of points.
I feel like I’ve seen this movie a thousand times… but not necessarily in a bad way. Is it predictable? Oh hell yeah. Does it still hit? Every time.
Oh no… they fell in love with “the idea of” each other and not each other?!? But then had to wrestle with the fact that they actually got to know each other?!? But she’s old enough to be his mother?!? But he’s got a Yung Gravy level MILF habit?!?
Don’t take it too seriously, and you’ll have some fun frolicking across the globe with our couple here. The runtime was a tad long and the second to third act acrobatics got a little cringey, but all in all it was solid.
7.4
In the “Hangover” spawned cinematic universe of bro-pics… I guess we all have an explanation now behind why John Cena was naked at the Oscar’s and started an Onlyfans.
What I didn’t expect was how many genuine laughs I’d experience and how much true heart they’d drop on the viewer like an absolute BOMB in the third act. There was actually a lot to learn from this 2 hours of insanity. I’m glad to see Zac Efron got to loosen up a big after “The Iron Claw.” Speaking of hand gestures, make sure you self-reflect on your public speaking skills, in order to avoid a missed self-destruction the likes of “air dicking.” Sit back, turn your brain and sense of decency off, and enjoy the ride!
7.7
“I think the best thing that a human being can give another human being is belief.”
Thought I’d learn more of the backstory of the cohost of the New Heights podcast. Taylor Swift’s future in-laws are one hell of a crew.
The perspective of Jason’s daughters after a Super Bowl loss was priceless. Kylie Kelce is an absolute badass. So many touching scenes. A great watch.
Brett Garten, Movie Extraordinare 