Well, folks, I just can't see anything we're likely to like, and
haven't already seen, arriving in cinemas by the first Tuesday in March.
So I think we should once again postpone until something good does hit
Toronto.
I'm considering seeing One Chance, the much-praised film about
Paul Potts, the tenor who, after a lifetime of feeling like a
nonentity, surprised everyone by winning Britain's Got Talent. I know
one of our members absolutely refuses to see it, but I'd love to get
opinions from others.
SYNOPSIS for One Chance:
From the director of The Devil Wears Prada, ONE CHANCE is the remarkable
and inspirational true story of Paul Potts, a shy, bullied shop
assistant by day and an amateur opera singer by night. Paul became an
instant YouTube phenomenon after being chosen by Simon Cowell for
"Britain's Got Talent." Wowing audiences worldwide with his phenomenal
voice, Paul went on to win "Britain’s Got Talent" and the hearts of
millions. Fresh from celebrating his Tony Award-winning Broadway run in
"One Man, Two Guvnors," BAFTA winner James Corden (THE HISTORY BOYS)
stars as Paul Potts and is supported by an acclaimed ensemble cast that
includes Julie Walters (MAMMA MIA!, CALENDAR GIRLS, BILLY ELLIOT),
Mackenzie Crook (THE PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN), Colm Meaney (GET HIM TO
THE GREEK), Jemima Rooper (KINKY BOOTS), Valeria Billelo (PAZZE DI ME)
and rising star Alexandra Roach (THE IRON LADY).
TRAILER for One Chance: http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/weinstein/onechance/
Friday, February 28, 2014
Friday, February 7, 2014
Feb. 11 Outing: The Monuments Men
Thanks for your patience in waiting until the second Tuesday of the month to go see The Monuments Men at the Varsity Theatre (Bay & Bloor) on Tuesday, Feb. 11, for the 1:20 screening. So let's gather, as usual, near the box office about 15 minutes earlier. Afterward, those who wish to nosh and chat will go downstairs to our usual Italian restaurant.
The reviews have been tepid but, as always, let's not forget that those are only opinions. This topic is immensely important, with contemporary echoes today, when priceless art is being destroyed and/or threatened in several warring countries. And I think we can agree that George Clooney's film (he directed, co-wrote, co-produced and stars in what is obviously a labour of love) is a special treat to people of our vintage. Some of us remember World War II and the rest of us have racked up enough years and wisdom to value our cultural heritage.
Here are links to two fascinating articles that give a lot of background facts on which the movie is based:
If you haven't viewed the trailer for the film, here it is:
Don't forget to NOTIFY ME BY MONDAY NOON, FEB. 10, if you plan to go to the restaurant, so I can make a reservation for the correct number.
Terry
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