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"Fly Me to the Moon" is an enjoyable romantic comedy that takes a clever twist on the Apollo 11 mission to put the first man on the moon. Set during the first half of 1969, it pairs Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum in an unlikely but captivating duo.
Johansson's portrayal of Kelly Jones, a con woman turned advertising exec, steals the spotlight. She's delightful, wily, and always effervescent. Whether she's scheming or sharing a moment with Tatum, Johansson commands every scene she's in. And she's in most of the scenes.
Tatum plays Cole Davis, the straight-faced NASA launch director. Unfortunately, his character seems to have only one gear. He seems stuck in a perpetual state of anger, without much indication why. While Tatum's performance is solid, the lack of depth leaves us wondering why he's always on edge.
The film hinges on the chemistry between Johansson and Tatum. Surprisingly, it works. Their sparring match-reminiscent of classic romantic comedies of days gone by-adds charm and tension. The chemistry between them feels authentic, but the conflict between them seems contrived.
In a supporting role, Jim Rash plays a flamboyant commercial director charged with filming a fake moon landing. Initially, it looks like the character will be a two-dimensional caricature, but as the story unfolds, he becomes one of the film's most interesting characters. His evolution keeps the audience engaged late in the movie when the story starts to drag. The film is probably 30 minutes longer than it needs to be.
For those who lived through the '60s, the archival news footage woven into the movie adds an extra layer of nostalgia. It's a nod to history and a reminder of the era's significance.
"Fly Me to the Moon" is good entertainment, but not groundbreaking. The premise, a fresh take on Apollo 11, may be ridiculous, but it's fun if you don't overthink it. It's smart, but not too smart. It's silly, but not too silly.
The bottom line: "Fly Me to the Moon" takes flight with Johansson's charisma, even if it doesn't reach lunar heights. This is something that we haven't seen in a while: a smart romantic comedy. It's a date movie worth watching even if you don't have a date.
Johansson's portrayal of Kelly Jones, a con woman turned advertising exec, steals the spotlight. She's delightful, wily, and always effervescent. Whether she's scheming or sharing a moment with Tatum, Johansson commands every scene she's in. And she's in most of the scenes.
Tatum plays Cole Davis, the straight-faced NASA launch director. Unfortunately, his character seems to have only one gear. He seems stuck in a perpetual state of anger, without much indication why. While Tatum's performance is solid, the lack of depth leaves us wondering why he's always on edge.
The film hinges on the chemistry between Johansson and Tatum. Surprisingly, it works. Their sparring match-reminiscent of classic romantic comedies of days gone by-adds charm and tension. The chemistry between them feels authentic, but the conflict between them seems contrived.
In a supporting role, Jim Rash plays a flamboyant commercial director charged with filming a fake moon landing. Initially, it looks like the character will be a two-dimensional caricature, but as the story unfolds, he becomes one of the film's most interesting characters. His evolution keeps the audience engaged late in the movie when the story starts to drag. The film is probably 30 minutes longer than it needs to be.
For those who lived through the '60s, the archival news footage woven into the movie adds an extra layer of nostalgia. It's a nod to history and a reminder of the era's significance.
"Fly Me to the Moon" is good entertainment, but not groundbreaking. The premise, a fresh take on Apollo 11, may be ridiculous, but it's fun if you don't overthink it. It's smart, but not too smart. It's silly, but not too silly.
The bottom line: "Fly Me to the Moon" takes flight with Johansson's charisma, even if it doesn't reach lunar heights. This is something that we haven't seen in a while: a smart romantic comedy. It's a date movie worth watching even if you don't have a date.
I was skeptical about this. I'm a long time fan of Chicago. I've seen them in concert many times. I wasn't sure I wanted to see my adolescent heroes pushing 80 trying to sing and dance like they used to. I doubted that watching the band on film in a theater would capture the concert experience. But I'm very glad I went.
Amazingly there are still three original members performing, Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, and Jimmy Pankow. They are still dancing and jumping and swinging their horns. They may not be as spry as they used to be, but you would never guess they are in their seventies.
The newer band members were well chosen. The sound and performance definitely captured the essence of the band. Neil. Donell's vocals are a fantastic addition.
The special guests added a lot to the film. Robert Randolph on pedal steel guitar added a lot with his unique sound. The "a cappella" numbers (with acoustic) with VoicePlay were perfect. One thing Chicago has always lacked was a female vocalist. Judith Hill did not disappoint. The finale with everyone on stage was spectacular.
The cinematography was less than perfect. Some of the shots were blurred, especially the long shots. The editing was fantastic. There must have been at least a dozen cameras, but the shots fit together effortlessly. The video backgrounds were tremendous. Some of the animation was outstanding in it's own right.
If you grew up with Chicago you will love this film. If they are new to you this will be a great introduction. You will have a great time.
Amazingly there are still three original members performing, Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, and Jimmy Pankow. They are still dancing and jumping and swinging their horns. They may not be as spry as they used to be, but you would never guess they are in their seventies.
The newer band members were well chosen. The sound and performance definitely captured the essence of the band. Neil. Donell's vocals are a fantastic addition.
The special guests added a lot to the film. Robert Randolph on pedal steel guitar added a lot with his unique sound. The "a cappella" numbers (with acoustic) with VoicePlay were perfect. One thing Chicago has always lacked was a female vocalist. Judith Hill did not disappoint. The finale with everyone on stage was spectacular.
The cinematography was less than perfect. Some of the shots were blurred, especially the long shots. The editing was fantastic. There must have been at least a dozen cameras, but the shots fit together effortlessly. The video backgrounds were tremendous. Some of the animation was outstanding in it's own right.
If you grew up with Chicago you will love this film. If they are new to you this will be a great introduction. You will have a great time.
