Le Week-End Reviews

After watching the trailer for this movie, I pretty much already knew what to expect from this flick but since I have a weak spot for Jim Broadbent, I thought I might as well check it out. Well, if Richard Linklater might make a 4th installment of his 'Before...' franchise, it might look like this movie, which was reinforced by the fact that Lindsay Duncan really looked like an older version of Julie Delpy. Still, even if it was a decent watch, to be honest, it never really reached the level of Linklater's stellar franchise. I won't blame Broadbent or Duncan though as they both delivered some solid performances but, unfortunately, their characters were not really interesting or, at least, not interesting enough. Even more problematic was the way they kept arguing about everything and nothing every 5 minutes which became fairly annoying rather quickly. I mean, in my opinion, it is fairly simple. Either they mostly love each other and it makes sense that they go to Paris but, then, they shouldn't have such pathetic arguments. Or they can't stand each other anymore, then it makes sense that they have such pathetic arguments but why on Earth would they go together to Paris? Of course, you could argue that it is what a realistic long relationship would look like and, eventually, it seems that the makers couldn't make up their mind about what they should feel for each other. Anyway, to conclude, even if it was nothing really groundbreaking, it was still fairly entertaining and I think it is worth a look, especially if you like the genre.

A simplest movie, which tells the story of an old couple from Birmingham who decides to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary in Paris. Like all the married couples these two as well not exceptional for facing all the ups and downs during their life together. So this story spells some of their tragic and happy moments of past and present.

Nicely written script, it was very plain and narrow. Everything in the movie was kept uncomplicated including portrayal of characters. Jeff Goldblum's cameo was added more flavour to the movie. His entry was at the right time to spice up the momentum.

The adventurous mischief of the two couples in the city of love was the movie's fun parts. Apart from that, uncompromising dialogue between them briefs their relationship difficulties. One more movie to add to the list where the old guys rule. It is based on a precious subject, kinda rare in today's cinema.

A delightful movie to watch. Began with a normal pace, then later geared up till the end. With a minimum cast the movie did not cost much, but there is no compromise in quality. Very much more enjoyable which deals with a sensitive issue of a long married couple. It is a good pick for the family audience to watch on weekends.