2 reviews
The Good and the Bad
No pun intended - I reckon towards the end there is also the Ugly ... which is why I have a bit of mixed feelings. This seems mostly fun and games - yes the stakes are high. But the mood change that occurs ... is almost uncalled for and in my view almost derails the movie ... I say almost because it still is able to swing around and become a bit lighter! Though I reckon that is not entirely true about the kids toy ... but you'll understand once you watch.
The kid is really good by the way. Most of the actors are doing a phenomenal job. With kids you do not always know what you'll be getting - she is one to watch for sure. The whole thing (premise wise) is based on a true story. But I reckon they made up the characters - which seems to be supported by what you get to read in the end credits.
Talking of which, if you were entertained by the movie - there is a short clip after the credits rolled ... which is a nice touch! Nothing big, but a fun one for those who care. The odds were in their favor it seems ... (not just two to one) ...
The kid is really good by the way. Most of the actors are doing a phenomenal job. With kids you do not always know what you'll be getting - she is one to watch for sure. The whole thing (premise wise) is based on a true story. But I reckon they made up the characters - which seems to be supported by what you get to read in the end credits.
Talking of which, if you were entertained by the movie - there is a short clip after the credits rolled ... which is a nice touch! Nothing big, but a fun one for those who care. The odds were in their favor it seems ... (not just two to one) ...
Ostalgie of the worst kind
A movie whose amateurish production is only undercut by its underlying ideology. Making such a high-caliber cast look so weak is an art in itself. Due to the almost non-existent narrative structure, the one-dimensional characters and the incredibly simplistic world view, the movie drags on painfully and after 30 minutes it feels like you've already spent two hours. The supposed moral superiority of the protagonists is imposed so forcefully that it becomes unbearable at some point.
If you are into Ostalgie and self-pity and consider the socialism of the former GDR to be the superior political system, this movie is a good choice. For the rest, rather not.
If you are into Ostalgie and self-pity and consider the socialism of the former GDR to be the superior political system, this movie is a good choice. For the rest, rather not.
- takes22tango
- Jul 29, 2024
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