Michael's Movie Grade: B
Review: Quite good movie, and definitely worth seeing.
What really makes this film work is the main character and a feeling of atmosphere. The main character (especially as a kid) is very relatable and makes the movie often times feel real (I know it's based off a true story but still). The atmosphere is especially fascinating when the main character is a kid. It feels like we have been transported to all these different places and is just very engaging. The art direction and cinematography in this part are fantastic. Even when the character becomes an adult though, the film stills brings up very interesting thoughts and ideas.
The problem with this film is that it feels like two different movies, and the first one is better. The second part feels like a movie we have seen many times, and while it brings up some great ideas, it seems like it's stretched out way too long. Interestingly the first part can feel a bit rushed, though that part is extremely entertaining and well done that this is not much of a problem. While the second part isn't as good as the first part it is still good though.
Well worth a watch despite it's problems.
-Michael J. Ruhland
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