I am terrible at writing reviews, so I probably shouldn't be. But I will anyway because I feel so compelled to tell the world to go see this movie! It is the most beautiful film I have seen in years. This film is the reason I love to sit in a dark theater, to be engulfed by drama, to feel more human.
Man in the Chair has many wonderful components that make it great. First to note, the amazing Christopher Plummer. His performance was brilliant and flawless. He always delivers a great performance but with age he seems to get even better!
Next, the editing was amazing! I really liked the sped up effect (for lack of a better word) and I felt it was done in a very poetic way.
I enjoyed the story itself, how we are a "throw away" society and how we discard our elderly, unlike some cultures who worship and respect them. With our "throw away" tendencies, we do the same to animals when they no longer fit our lifestyles. The disturbing animal shelter scenes tore at my heart. Being someone who rescues dogs from high kill shelters, I knew the images were the truth.
The film brings attention to a real problem happening in the world with vivid depiction's of elderly neglect. I am glad this was shown in such a raw way. It's a scary reality.
I loved the performance by the actor, Michael Angarano, who depicts the troubled young teenager, Cameron Kincaid. It was obvious that there was true chemistry between him and Christopher Plummer, who plays Flash Madden, a ticked off old man who drinks his sorrows away. Flash is a retired film industry Gaffer, and Cameron tries to recruit him to work on his student film.
There really are many great things to mention about this film. There are some great moments of humor, like in the elderly home... but I won't spoil the surprise!
Without writing an entire novel, I simply want to say that if you love movies, keep an eye out for this one. It is truly a must see. As you can tell, I absolutely loved it! The world should experience it's magic as well. I really hope this becomes, "The Little Indie Movie That Could." Chuga chug chug...
Man in the Chair has many wonderful components that make it great. First to note, the amazing Christopher Plummer. His performance was brilliant and flawless. He always delivers a great performance but with age he seems to get even better!
Next, the editing was amazing! I really liked the sped up effect (for lack of a better word) and I felt it was done in a very poetic way.
I enjoyed the story itself, how we are a "throw away" society and how we discard our elderly, unlike some cultures who worship and respect them. With our "throw away" tendencies, we do the same to animals when they no longer fit our lifestyles. The disturbing animal shelter scenes tore at my heart. Being someone who rescues dogs from high kill shelters, I knew the images were the truth.
The film brings attention to a real problem happening in the world with vivid depiction's of elderly neglect. I am glad this was shown in such a raw way. It's a scary reality.
I loved the performance by the actor, Michael Angarano, who depicts the troubled young teenager, Cameron Kincaid. It was obvious that there was true chemistry between him and Christopher Plummer, who plays Flash Madden, a ticked off old man who drinks his sorrows away. Flash is a retired film industry Gaffer, and Cameron tries to recruit him to work on his student film.
There really are many great things to mention about this film. There are some great moments of humor, like in the elderly home... but I won't spoil the surprise!
Without writing an entire novel, I simply want to say that if you love movies, keep an eye out for this one. It is truly a must see. As you can tell, I absolutely loved it! The world should experience it's magic as well. I really hope this becomes, "The Little Indie Movie That Could." Chuga chug chug...