Lars and the Real Girl
When I first heard about Lars and the Real Girl I thought that the premise was ridiculous. A man falling in love with a doll - how absurd! But after seeing the film I can say that it was a very moving experience.
Craig Gillespie directs from Nancy Oliver's very original screenplay. Lars Lindstrom (Ryan Gosling) is more or less a loner. He works but he doesn't bother much with his co-workers. When his workmate Margo (Kelli Garner) tries to befriend him he shies away. He even tries to avoid his brother Gus (Paul Schneider) and sister-in-law Karin (Emily Mortimer) as much as possible. But when he hears about ordering life like dolls over the internet something happens. He winds up with Bianca and introduces her to everyone as his girlfriend. At first Gus freaks out. It seems insane. But when they all visit the local doctor Dagmar (Patricia Clarkson) she tells them that the best thing they can do is play along with him. And they do. This small town really takes Lars into their hearts.
I'm not going to tell you what happens. You will have to see the film to find out. But it really tugged at my heart strings. Yes, you do have to bar disbelief because most people are not as kind as those in the film. But it makes me wonder how much better life would be in a smaller town or city (as opposed to living in NYC).
The film is well directed and the script is very fresh. All of the acting is good. But Gosling stands out. He is certainly one of the best young actors working today. I left the theater feeling a bit sad but also hopeful (this film has been billed as a comedy and although there are some funny bits it is more of a drama). Do yourself a favor and take yourself to see Lars and the Real Girl. You will not be sorry that you did.
Craig Gillespie directs from Nancy Oliver's very original screenplay. Lars Lindstrom (Ryan Gosling) is more or less a loner. He works but he doesn't bother much with his co-workers. When his workmate Margo (Kelli Garner) tries to befriend him he shies away. He even tries to avoid his brother Gus (Paul Schneider) and sister-in-law Karin (Emily Mortimer) as much as possible. But when he hears about ordering life like dolls over the internet something happens. He winds up with Bianca and introduces her to everyone as his girlfriend. At first Gus freaks out. It seems insane. But when they all visit the local doctor Dagmar (Patricia Clarkson) she tells them that the best thing they can do is play along with him. And they do. This small town really takes Lars into their hearts.
I'm not going to tell you what happens. You will have to see the film to find out. But it really tugged at my heart strings. Yes, you do have to bar disbelief because most people are not as kind as those in the film. But it makes me wonder how much better life would be in a smaller town or city (as opposed to living in NYC).
The film is well directed and the script is very fresh. All of the acting is good. But Gosling stands out. He is certainly one of the best young actors working today. I left the theater feeling a bit sad but also hopeful (this film has been billed as a comedy and although there are some funny bits it is more of a drama). Do yourself a favor and take yourself to see Lars and the Real Girl. You will not be sorry that you did.
posted by Film Fanatic | 2:56 PM
1 Comments:
the over all look and feel of Lars and the Real Girl reminded me a lot of Mozart and the Whale (Josh Hartnett plays a character resembling Ryan Gosling’s); both movies are about acceptance and unconditional love
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