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Imagination (2007)
Beware
I like to think I can appreciate visual art and modern art, but not in a feature film like this. I like good movies with compelling characters and a riveting story, and this had neither.
Artistic sequences were interesting for a few seconds, but I felt like they dragged on for WAY too long. The filmmakers needed an outsider to serve as editor because some of these scenes, even ones without art or special effects, went on way too long. There is one scene with the doctor tossing and turning in the white sheets of his bed for what seems like five minutes.
The acting is horrible. I was very distracted because the adult actors did not bring any realism to their emotions, which should have been compelling considering the circumstances of raising children with asperger's syndrome. Instead, it was extremely flat and stilted, and none of the character's feelings or emotions were conveyed to me in any way that made me care about the characters.
Some people will like this film, but I don't think they will like it for its story or as a feature film. I was very disappointed and extremely bored throughout, which I found surprising because usually I am easily pleased.
Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
One Of The Best Movies Of Year
Little Miss Sunshine is a wonderful movie that is very touching and very hilarious. The best part is the characters and the acting. They earn all of their jokes and their chemistry together is just perfect. This family is so funny and the classic road trip set piece is pulled off very well with lots of good twists and turns. I saw it in a packed theater and people clapped when it was over. Lots of big laughs. All the jokes are earned and the script is excellent. Paul Dano has a great part and Greg Kinnear actually does a wonderful job as the Dad. Steve Carrell stands out in a large supporting role and a few parts got me choked up between the brother and the sister. It's a wonderful movie and very very enjoyable. Bravo!