How did someone manage to make a movie about cancer incredibly funny? This film, which was based on a true story, explores glimpses into what life is like for the main character, Adam (Joseph Gordon Levitt) after he is diagnosed with cancer, and the oddities he comes across in his fight to beat the disease. The screenplay was actually very funny, as awkward as that sounds. Whether it is smoking marijuana with two old men, kicking his disgusting girlfriend (Bryce Dallas Howard) off of his porch, or hitting on his therapist, Levitt provokes many different emotions from the viewer in his portrayal of Adam. The only problem that I had with this movie, was Seth Rogen as the deadbeat, yet loyal best friend. I just wonder how many times I can see him trying to play a ladies man who does drugs in a movie before I want to punch myself in the face. I thought he detracted from the simplicity and believability of this lovely true story. Anyway, I would definitely recommend this movie despite Rogen's lack of diversity in his acting style.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
37. 50/50 (2011)- Jonathan Levine
50/50 Trailer
How did someone manage to make a movie about cancer incredibly funny? This film, which was based on a true story, explores glimpses into what life is like for the main character, Adam (Joseph Gordon Levitt) after he is diagnosed with cancer, and the oddities he comes across in his fight to beat the disease. The screenplay was actually very funny, as awkward as that sounds. Whether it is smoking marijuana with two old men, kicking his disgusting girlfriend (Bryce Dallas Howard) off of his porch, or hitting on his therapist, Levitt provokes many different emotions from the viewer in his portrayal of Adam. The only problem that I had with this movie, was Seth Rogen as the deadbeat, yet loyal best friend. I just wonder how many times I can see him trying to play a ladies man who does drugs in a movie before I want to punch myself in the face. I thought he detracted from the simplicity and believability of this lovely true story. Anyway, I would definitely recommend this movie despite Rogen's lack of diversity in his acting style.
How did someone manage to make a movie about cancer incredibly funny? This film, which was based on a true story, explores glimpses into what life is like for the main character, Adam (Joseph Gordon Levitt) after he is diagnosed with cancer, and the oddities he comes across in his fight to beat the disease. The screenplay was actually very funny, as awkward as that sounds. Whether it is smoking marijuana with two old men, kicking his disgusting girlfriend (Bryce Dallas Howard) off of his porch, or hitting on his therapist, Levitt provokes many different emotions from the viewer in his portrayal of Adam. The only problem that I had with this movie, was Seth Rogen as the deadbeat, yet loyal best friend. I just wonder how many times I can see him trying to play a ladies man who does drugs in a movie before I want to punch myself in the face. I thought he detracted from the simplicity and believability of this lovely true story. Anyway, I would definitely recommend this movie despite Rogen's lack of diversity in his acting style.
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