What else to say but a good fun movie. The cast are likeable but not great actors. The script is funny but lacks depth. The direction is vivid and entertaining. I loved the street food at the Newton Food Centre. The main reason I would visit Singapore.
A Simple Favour is a terrific comedy thriller. Anna Kendrick plays that perky role she made her own in the Pitch Perfect franchise. A very different type of mother to that of her new "friend" Blake Lively. When the latter disappears leaving her son and husband finding solace with Kendrick, things start to snowball with twists and turns along the way. Well written by Jessica Sharzer and Darcey Bell from her novel, Paul Feig has directed with aplomb, giving us suspense and joy. I thought it was great.
The first hour of A Star is Born is simply fabulous. Such a shame that the second hour is so boring. In that first half, we always suspected that Bradley Cooper's tired rocker would gradually disintegrate at the same time as Lady Gaga's Ally would hit the big time. However it is how they meet and fall for each other that grips us early on. But I was not convinced by Cooper's deterioration, his acting seemed hammy which was very strange. Lady Gaga was predictably brilliant while singing, but whilst she gives the part her all, she is a second rate actress. If Cooper is to direct again, he should know that award winning movies do not have to be well over two hours long. This one could have done with a half an hour cut. Sam Elliott brings dignity and heart to his role as Cooper's brother. He should get an award nomination at least. But forget any others!
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