Johnny is an emotionally stunted and
softspoken radio journalist who travels the country interviewing a variety of
kids about their thoughts concerning their world and their future. Then
Johnny's saddled with caring for his young nephew Jesse. Jesse brings a new
perspective and, as they travel from state to state, effectively turns the
emotional tables on Johnny.
Director: Mike Mills
Cast: Joaquin Phoenix, Gaby Hoffmann, Scoot
McNairy, Molly Webster, Jaboukie Young-White, Woody Norman
Release Date:
Genre: Drama
Rated R for language
Runtime: 1h 49m
Review:
Mike Mills C’mon C’mon is a simplistic but
elegant bit of introspection about life.
It’s the kind of cinema veritas that takes the mundane in life and makes
it significant and meaningfully. It’s a
quiet soft spoken film that relies on dialogue more than anything and does so
with great effectiveness. Those looking
for a hard charging plot will be left wanting for more here as very little
actually happens throughout the majority of the film. Its leisurely pace rhythm may be off putting
for certain audience but there is plenty to enjoy for those that can connect to
the interpersonal relationships on display.
The central relationship between Joaquin Phoenix and newcomer Woody
Norman provide the beating heart for the film.
A-
