Citizen Marc is indeed an interesting documentary, but its central subject is at times so insufferable and so self-centered that the film itself is a tough watch as you feel guilty feeding into his ego.
This gripping familial drama follows three men at different stages in their life as they navigate a haunting, dangerous world where the scarcity of water has forced the creation of a unique environment. It is part Wild West, part post-apocalyptic future, and all parts arid and hot. It’s so effectively atmospheric that you watch needing a drink of water; or a shower.
While the main appeal of St. Vincent is unapologetically Bill Murray playing a lazy, drinking, and smoking curmudgeon, it’s an ensemble cast and a first time director that shape this feel-good drama.
Suburban Gothic is ultimately a hodgepodge of horror comedy, as too many components working against one another turn the film into something forgettable.
Despite being a cursory tale, St. Vincent succeeds because of Bill Murray, whose wit and humanity propel an entertaining film above its predictable and convenient template.
The F Word, or What If as it's being titled in the US, is hitting theatres this Friday and last week, the stars, writer and director of the film stopped by Toronto for the Canadian premiere. The romantic comedy features Daniel Radcliffe and Zoe Kazan in the lead roles, playing Wallace and Chantry, respectively.
