St. Vincent -- Touted as a comedy, this was one movie that yes, made us laugh, but also had us searching for tissues as the emotional tears flowed as well.
Bill Murray is "Vincent" a grumpy, Vietnam Vet who drinks too much and gambles too much. He lives with his cat in Brooklyn, and has no money, and little prospect for happy senior years. New neighbor, Maggie, (Melissa McCarthy) and her young son Oliver (Jaeden Liberher) move in next door. The newly divorced, mom works long hours at the hospital, and Vincent volunteers to watch Oliver after school for a fee. While Vincent teaches Oliver how to toughen up, and takes him to places most kids have never seen, Oliver begins to see the kinder, caring side of Vincent that others do not see.
Do yourself a favor and be sure to see this movie, sometime soon. I hope you will love it as much as we did. This is one of those movies where the theater sat silent and no one left until the screen went dark.
I'll have to see if my friend will go see this with me!
ReplyDeleteYes Kathy treat yourself -- you will love it.
DeleteI saw the preview for this one and thought it looked good, but it's great to get the opinion of someone I trust. Looks like I'll be headed the movies soon!
ReplyDeleteMegan, I hope you love it as much as we did.
DeleteThanks for the recommendation. Always looking for good movies.
ReplyDeletePlease go and enjoy!
DeleteAfter this review of the movie, a movie I might actually see in the theater. Thanks Diane and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, big screen for sure Denise.
DeleteMy husband and I want to see this so I'm glad you loved it, Diane. Thanks for reviewing it!
ReplyDeleteMary -- pls do go and see it; you will be glad u did.
DeleteBill Murray gives us the giggles!
ReplyDeleteHe has been in some funny movies.
DeleteOh I loved this one so much! So far it's one of my favorites of the year. (Might not end up there since I'm still waiting for Mockingjay and Hobbit 3) It was surprisingly moving and Bill Murray was amazing.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad u loved it as well. We have seen a lot of good movies lately -- The Judge is another favorite.
DeleteI do want to see this very much! I like Bill Murray and Melissa McCarthy, but I also like the premise of the film, and think it would make a good book.
ReplyDeleteNot sure this would work as well as a book. I hope u get to see it.
DeleteSounds like a moving one. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get a chance to see it.
DeleteThis sounds very good, Diane. I loved the movie, What About Bob, and think Bill Murray is a terrific actor.
ReplyDeleteBill Murray was wonderful in this movie, but the other cast members were terrific as well.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to see this but I'll probably wait for the DVD. I need to get out more often!
ReplyDeleteThis one sounds like one I'd love...thanks for sharing your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteWe have been wanting to get to this one. Sounds like we will not be disappointed.
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