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Summary: Another side of Sean Connery
Review: Finding Forrester is a movie that shows how brilliance can come from anywhere. The movie stars the famous British actor Sean Connery and newcomer Rob Brown, who acts marvelously for his first movie. The movie is about a child prodigy whose brilliance is discovered and he is sent away from everyone he knows and placed in a private school where he doesn't belong. Here he is met with false prejudices and controversy. Only by meeting Sean Connery, a famous novelist who has become a hermit, does Rob Brown, who plays Jamal Wallace, find answers to his life. Throughout the movie, Jamal Wallace has to deal with internal and external conflicts. He is torn between being the person he was in the past or to succeed and find greatness through his writing skills. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Whenever you find a movie where Sean Connery swears, drinks, and even yells "you the man now dog", you just have to watch it. The movie is heartfelt without having to have a love story in it, which, is prevelent in today's movies. Finding Forrester is a movie that makes you realize the importance of finding your dreams and reaching for them now matter how old you are or how your life has been.
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Summary: A Nice Surprise
Review: I rented this video mainly because of Sean Connery. I was pleasantly surprised: this is a great movie. It is somewhat similar to Good Will Hunting, but I found this plot more interesting, and less predictable. The storyline basically follows the bond that forms between the two main characters. I think that the stark contrast between these two(old white reclusive man vs. young black charismatic boy) really adds an intesting angle to the story. The idea that two very different people can build a relatioship from a common passion (in this case writing) is a fascinating idea. I also like the fact that the films does get into racial issues (stereotypes, mixed race couples, athletes and academics), but they do not form the nucleus of the plot. Instead, the film focuses more on what it becomes to become great in one's passion, and the risk required to develop a relationship with someone who isn't like you. The director does a great job weaving these two concepts together throughout the story. I definitely recommend this movie to anyone who enjoyed Good Will Hunting. Also, if you are looking for a great movie that you might have missed while it was in the theatres- this is probably one of those.
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Summary: What every young aspiring student should see
Review: For anyone who has felt out of place or anyone who has wanted more, you should see this film. For anyone who has been touched by special teacher or a special student, you should see this film. Van Sant does a fine job of placing you behind the eyes of Jamal. By the end of the film, you feel like calling your favorite teacher and thanking them for inspiring you to reach for more. Thanks Gus, for making this film
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Summary: A sweet surprise...
Review: Finding Forrester was a moving tale of friendship. It is a touching story of overcoming obstacles to achieve greatness. I enjoyed the film, though I thought it was a bit slow moving. However, it features a surprise cameo near the end by MATT DAMON, and completely redeems itself.
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Summary: A Good Film, But . . . .
Review: Unlike Good Will Hunting, I was unable to be involved with Finding Forrester. I couldn't "feel" anything from the Jamal character. Yes, he did a fine job for a first-time actor, but he didn't seem to "be" the character he was portraying - perhaps this was because it was his first effort. Nevertheless, his blandness throughout the film made it seem overly long. And the plot had already been used by Director Van Sant - and it wasn't an improvement on Good Will Hunting - it wasn't even a remake - it was just . . . less than. The saving grace of the film was Sean Connery. No matter what the man acts in he seems to be in character.
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Summary: Multi Region DVD Players
Review: This DVD does not work with multi region DVD players. I just received it and it does not work.
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Summary: Good, almost great
Review: This is a movie which could have been great, but was good nonetheless. A refreshing change (and relief) from action adventure, teenagers in love, special effects, or comedy romance. Rob Brown, who played Jamal, was so natural that it is incredible to believe that this was his first ever acting role. Either he's a natural, or else he just played himself!! Sean Connery, wonderful as always...and it was nice, for another change of pace.... However, the movie could have been great. Some of the moments were too cliched, and didn't need to be. Jamal losing the basketball game was a little bit much. That scene didn't even need to be in the movie. Also, I can't figure out why Forrester had to die. It made no sense. It could have ended right after the writing contest, when they say good-bye and Forrester takes off on his bicycle. And then maybe show his second book with the forward by Jamal...it just really annoyed me when they tack these...endings on for no reason at all. It nearly ruined the movie for me. And especially, when the lawyer told Jamal that Forrester had known for several years he had cancer--I thought the guy was a recluse and hadn't been out for the past 40 years. What did he do, have a hospital come to him? As far as I know, cancer usually can't be detected during a housecall... All in all, a good movie, and I recommend turning it off right after the writing contest and when Jamal and Forrester say good-bye.
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Summary: I'll take Poor assumptions for 800 Alex.
Review: I wasn't sure what to expect from this film. My wife has wanted to see it for some time and I finally relented.Hell I wanted to see Charlie's Angels. But I have to say that I was amazed at how good it was. I thought while watching it that it had a similar idea to Good Will Hunting. A movie that I only thought was ok and very over-rated. Maybe it just didn't connect with me like Finding Forrester did. I thought the story was very clever, and above all the acting was incredible. The only one in the whole film who I thought was lacking was the love interest. Everyone keeps telling me how great she is because of The Piano. But her acting to me is dull, flat and utterly without emotion. The film is a wonderful mix of drama, laughs and the human heart. An enchanting film all round. Well worth a watch.
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Summary: Surprising, emotional and real.
Review: There are some great, hidden films that just come and surprise you out of the blue. Finding Forrester is one of them. It's a sometimes stunning, rarely boring picture that made me think about my further talents as a writer, and, better yet, it made me want to use them. The film is about writing and race (but it doesn't annoy you with the annoying "black and white" issue) that is sure to be remembered, thanks to it's stunning performances from the ultimate man, Sean Connery, from the amazing newcomer Rob Brown and the impressive Anna Paquin. I'll admit the film is over-long, but it is still very much worth the price you pay to see it. Look out for a surprise cameo from Matt Damon as a lawyer.
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Summary: Long and cliche
Review: Wow....another movie where you expect so much more!!! The story line was a great idea but after the first 20 mins the movie just starts rolling down hill. It becomes predictable and long! I wanted to like the movie but in the end I was sadly disapointed. And the kid that played Jamal NEVER smiled what is up with that?
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