The film hasn't been released yet in America, but I did see a preview earlier today in a film series that I go to. Anyway, to position this movie as a warm family comedy is COMPLETELY missing the point of this film. While it may have a few comedic parts it is most definitely NOT a comedy! And the first half of the film is actually pretty sad, with Dad being a drunk, Mom walking out, etc., etc. I found the last half of the film to be a little bit more upbeat and hopeful, and I have to say that I really liked this movie, and it will be a shame that many people who also might like it will never bother to see it, as the marketing of it is completely wrong.
Emily Watson just about steals every scene she's in, and it was interesting that they hired her to affect an American accent, when there are certainly many, many American actresses who could have played this part.
I was trying to figure out where I had seen Nicolas Hoult before. He plays Ralph, the character based on the Director's life. After clicking on his name on IMDb, I realized that I had seen him in "About A Boy." He's physically changed quite a bit in the few years between films, and does a very good job.
Emily Watson just about steals every scene she's in, and it was interesting that they hired her to affect an American accent, when there are certainly many, many American actresses who could have played this part.
I was trying to figure out where I had seen Nicolas Hoult before. He plays Ralph, the character based on the Director's life. After clicking on his name on IMDb, I realized that I had seen him in "About A Boy." He's physically changed quite a bit in the few years between films, and does a very good job.