I have NO idea why this is getting a 5.1??? Wtf People?? I watch a ton of movies, and I rarely feel moved to write a review, but I just gotta say, I loved this movie! Will Sasso and Charlie Murphy stole the show, but the rest of the cast did a wonderful job as well. They portrayed a great, loving friendship, it really made the movie. It's one of those movies that,with just a bit of wrong direction,casting and writing, and bad acting, could've easily been a total bomb. Instead, what a treat! NOT a brainless comedy by ANY means (as you may think by the title, cast and basic description), but rather a very warm, well acted, intelligent, and at times, funny little movie. Whilst you may not agree with my 7, you very well may agree it's a good movie, and well worth a watch. Please, give this movie a try.
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Really enjoyed this heartwarming film about yearning for something better
coynem26 August 2013
When this film was recommended to me, I thought it was going to be a slapstick-laden comedy and I was reluctant to start watching it. The first few minutes seem to confirm my worries, but the film shifted under me and became a heartwarming story about Clyde's reassessment of his life and his attempt to make something better of himself.
There's a, well, not so much anti-establishment, but more a tone of not having to accept lousy jobs at lousy wages and lousy working conditions and that sometimes we have to be strong enough and brave enough to branch out into the unknown, cast ourselves free from our safety net of stagnation and try something new.
At a point when Clyde's only friendship seems to be coming to an end, there's a definite slant towards showing us that every ending can also be considered a new beginning, and sometimes it's only when life is dark that we can see the light leading us to new things and new experiences.
I was worried that the ending might throw me for a loop, but the ending was really good and I enjoyed the film greatly.
I would watch this again.
There's a, well, not so much anti-establishment, but more a tone of not having to accept lousy jobs at lousy wages and lousy working conditions and that sometimes we have to be strong enough and brave enough to branch out into the unknown, cast ourselves free from our safety net of stagnation and try something new.
At a point when Clyde's only friendship seems to be coming to an end, there's a definite slant towards showing us that every ending can also be considered a new beginning, and sometimes it's only when life is dark that we can see the light leading us to new things and new experiences.
I was worried that the ending might throw me for a loop, but the ending was really good and I enjoyed the film greatly.
I would watch this again.
Easy entertainment but not hilarious.
deloudelouvain28 July 2021
Moving Day is good enough to watch once, that's already something, but is it a movie that I will remember? Certainly not. For a comedy I expected just a lot more. There are some funny scenes/moments but not the kind you will remember forever. It's just an easy movie to watch with a more than decent cast but really nothing spectacular. There's not really anything bad to write about Moving Day, it is what it is, just don't expect too much.
Why have comedians if you're not gonna be funny?
view_and_review12 January 2022
I don't know if this movie wanted to be funny or not. I got the distinct impression that it wanted to be funny, yet failed miserably. They went out of their way to reject all forms of comedy in preference of the awkward. It was plain terrible.
The movie was about some generally unhappy workers at a furniture store and moving company. I only watched because of Charlie Murphy and he was given a horrible script. He did what he could, but it wasn't nearly enough. The only other faces I recognized were Will Sasso from MAD TV and Victor Garber from various other things. That's all they were: recognizable faces. This movie was a disaster.
The movie was about some generally unhappy workers at a furniture store and moving company. I only watched because of Charlie Murphy and he was given a horrible script. He did what he could, but it wasn't nearly enough. The only other faces I recognized were Will Sasso from MAD TV and Victor Garber from various other things. That's all they were: recognizable faces. This movie was a disaster.
A film divided
michaelafamfulikova23 May 2014
Warning: Spoilers
This film is marked as comedy, but it is not that funny during the whole length of the film - the first part is a comedy, while the second half is concentrating more on the relationships among main characters - it turns into psychological drama with comedy elements. Shame the first part of the film is not that flowing as the second half. Best acting performance in this film is undoubtedly by Victor Garber, who even in a comedy does not lose his sense for dramatic portrayals of his characters, and uses his ability to express emotions in a very good way. Another word of praise goes to Gabriele Miller as Linda. The other actors are in my opinion not that good. *Spoiler* The end of the film brings tears to eyes. All in all, it is the film, which does not go into history of cinematography as one of the best of all time, yet it is a good way to spend a free time, particularly because of the outstanding performances by Victor Garber and Gabriele Miller.
Interesting
arfdawg-17 February 2015
The plot.
A group of four men working at a moving company all suffer downfalls, adding to their rough pasts that continue to haunt them.
It seems as if none of them will ever accomplish anything in life, and when the moving company starts falling apart, it has a ripple effect and their relationships are the next to go.
In order to save the moving company, their relationships and their futures, they must learn how to move forward in life and face their challenges.
Made by the guy who originated the brilliant Trailer park Boys.
This film is nothing like TPBs. Firstly it's rather slow and very strange.
I don't know what to make of it. It threw me for a loop.
The movie is more like a deep character study/buddy movie. It was a surprise.
I liked it. You might too, but don't expect the TPBs.
A group of four men working at a moving company all suffer downfalls, adding to their rough pasts that continue to haunt them.
It seems as if none of them will ever accomplish anything in life, and when the moving company starts falling apart, it has a ripple effect and their relationships are the next to go.
In order to save the moving company, their relationships and their futures, they must learn how to move forward in life and face their challenges.
Made by the guy who originated the brilliant Trailer park Boys.
This film is nothing like TPBs. Firstly it's rather slow and very strange.
I don't know what to make of it. It threw me for a loop.
The movie is more like a deep character study/buddy movie. It was a surprise.
I liked it. You might too, but don't expect the TPBs.
Little gem!
Annepet14 October 2012
This movie is great! The humor in Moving Day is eccentric. The cast is great. There is a pleasant balance between humor and 'drama'. The style and setting is original. There are super retro features in this movie (or is this typical Canadian?). Key components of Moving Day are friendship and loyalty. We loved the dog Little Buddy. Moving day really works the pathos! I did not want to miss a minute of this movie. Funny, touching and eccentric, really worthwhile watching. I normally do not enter many reviews. But we are flabbergasted by some negative reviews and the low rating of this movie. Which is totally unfair. Watch, enjoy and feel Good!
A story of an Underdog
sachisamster7 October 2012
We get to see quite a number of movies especially related to some sport with underdogs coming on top of the champs but this for me was real life. This could be any one of us at the bottom of the pyramid chasing the middle class dream of a job in the city, better salary, better home , a nice set of wheels etc. Maybe we can throw in a thinner body to the above list since the character Clyde was portrayed to be fat. The other 3, were the stereotypes; a wannabe rock star, a drunkard and the man with a criminal record plus he's black. The character of the boss seems so real, a middle class gentleman, lonely, and trying to project an image of a profitable business by cutting corners which have illegal tendency. The reality portrayed in this movie with the effort being put in to make the characters seem to relevant and close deserves an 8/10.
Charming and entertaining
andrecue200031 July 2012
I thoroughly enjoyed this great little movie. Was not expecting a blockbuster (thank god, especially after the train wreck better known as The Dark Knight Rises), and got exactly what I was hoping for. Witty, endearing and quite enjoyable. WILL SASSO SHOULD WIN AN Oscar FOR THIS!! (kidding). But I can find fewer more pleasant things to do in downtown Toronto on a soggy, muggy summer afternoon. The cast was great and the script, although a bit light, is nonetheless lighthearted. Cheers to cast and director and the great city of Halifax (which I visited once). Look out for a great performance by the doyenne of east coast comedy, Cathy Jones.
Moving at a solid pace.
mark.waltz26 January 2024
Warning: Spoilers
A fun slice of life and surprisingly gentle comedy, this focuses on four men who work for Victor Garber's moving company, dealing with a variety of customers, the possibility of one moving on, typical personal conflicts and the day to day cumbersome activities of what a mover does. And if they're lucky, Garber will offer them a turtle candy.
Will Sasso, Charlie Murphy (Eddie's equally talented brother), Gabriel Hogan, Jerry Dee and Johnny Harris star in this surprisingly above average comedy that proves that subtlety works when the script is well done. The bombastic moments adds some belly laughs, but the character developments are A+ here with Sasso and Murphy giving low key, excellent performances. I may not hire them, but I enjoyed watching them here.
Will Sasso, Charlie Murphy (Eddie's equally talented brother), Gabriel Hogan, Jerry Dee and Johnny Harris star in this surprisingly above average comedy that proves that subtlety works when the script is well done. The bombastic moments adds some belly laughs, but the character developments are A+ here with Sasso and Murphy giving low key, excellent performances. I may not hire them, but I enjoyed watching them here.
Will Sasso and Charlie Murphy team-up with heart-warming intentions
IrateTyrant3 December 2022
Charlie Murphy and Will Sasso team up for an amazingly touching story about the hardship of daily life in modern times. I wouldn't say it's the best of its kind, but it does a good job of portraying the life and relationships of the main character. The two actors really give some of their best work in this film. It's heartwarming and helps fill the block of where the manual labor-heavy workers' minds go during their lives as proletariat of their time. I think the loss of Charlie Murphy in 2017 was horrible. I wish Will Sasso did more parts like these. The director is famous for doing "The Trailer Park Boys."
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