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January Movie Review
I am almost ashamed at the number of movies I have seen in the last couple of weeks. While I do enjoy going to the movies or watching a movie at home, I can't remember ever watching this many in such a short time frame. Let me explain, at home (back in Georgia) in the evening I was usually busy driving children from one lesson or activity to another and by the time we go home I was too tired. Here in Germany, the children's activities are right after school and often don't require me to drive them anywhere. Also, I don't like to drive here in Germany at night. We live 30 minutes out of the city and the roads are not well lit, and then there is the fog that rolls in over the valley too. I am reading some good book too, so I guess that balances out all the movie watching.
First up is the movie is Goodbye Christopher Robin based on the life of A.A. Milne the writer of the famous and beloved Winnie the Pooh books. The movie does actually stay pretty true to the real life events. Milne who served in WWI was anti-war and while not documented that he suffered from PTSD, it is reported that the war weighed heavily on him. Prior to watching this movie, I had no knowledge of the man behind the book, nor would I have ever guessed. At times I found the story touching, like when A.A. Milne when left to care for his son is able to become closer to his son through the imaginary world of Pooh bear. On the other hand I found the story heartbreaking discovery that the fame of the books put a strain on their relationship. The time period is well represented and the actors do a very well job. Worth renting!
If you are familiar with the Netflix series The Crown, than you will recognize Claire Foy. She plays the wife Robin Cavendish who is paralyzed by polio. The movie set England is based on the real life story of Diana and Robin Cavendish. Diana a loving wife to Robin helps him navigate his new life and eventually change how those suffering from disability's. A true love story while also inspiration as they fight for rights of those who suffer from disabilities. While some may find the top dreary or sad the movie is inspirational.
This movie also set in England and also based on another true story, covers the final years of Queen Victoria's life. True to story the relationship between the Queen and Abdul was scandalous, Indians were looked down upon and even worse was that Abdul was a Muslim. After her death, the relationship was forgotten about until diaries from Abdul serviced just recently. I should actually state that the relationship was purposely concealed after her death by her son Kind George who was embarrassed and jealous of the relationship his mother had with this servant. While nothing romantic occurred between the two, the Queen was truly interested in Abdul's culture asking him to teach her how to speak Urdu and he even introduced her to the world of curry which she declared, "delicious." Those who have no interest in the monarchy or this time period may not enjoy the story, but I found it rather fascinating.
The Same Kind of different also based on a true life story is set this time in America. This movie is jammed packed with A listers. Making the movie truly enjoyable to watch. Ron and Debbie Hall find that their marriage is at a crossroad when their marriage is in the toilets; however, the two commit to making the relationship work. Debbie encourages her over occupied art dealer husband to come serve with her down at the local soup kitchen where the two meet a angry aggressive homeless man Denver Moore. Debbie not put off by this man and his behaviour truly sees him and desires to get to know him better despite concern from her husband that it may not be such a good idea. The three eventually form a friendship after learning of the mans abuse growing up in south leaving him embittered against whites. Sadly Debbie dies, but the two men continue their friendship. I found the story uplifting and a good life lesson to truly see people and to see them as God truly sees them. While the movie is slightly religious I would not say it is overly religious.
The last movie in this bunch is called Wunderstruck based on a children's book. This movie is not a true story. The story is about two children living about 50 years apart. At first I found the movie slightly confusing because the female characters life is in black and white and is mostly silent as if you are watching an old silent film while the more modern character of the boy played in the 1977 is in color and not silent. Rose and Ben both seem to be searching for a connection and answers. The two are brought together by the Natural History Museum in New York city. As I said, I found the movie a little confusing at first, but I think the director of the movie was trying to convey what it is like to live in the world of a deaf person. It works! One does not feel like they are watching a children's story when watching this film. While not a bad story, it was probably my least favorite of the five.
Well, I hope this helps you if you are looking for something to watch. I honestly do like comedies, but lately just haven't seen any worth watching. Tried watching a couple, but it seems the language these days in what is being put out is just too much for me that after 5 minutes into the film I had to shut them off. Sad I think as I don't think that in order for something to be funny has to be really crass. Patiently waiting though!
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