Mainstream

'Mainstream' was a very strange experience for me. It's one of the more unique films I've ever seen, however unique certainly doesn't always equal good. The main problem I found with the film were the characters. The type of people being portrayed - fame-seeking, do anything for money, selfish, entitled scum - aren't a lot of fun to watch, even when they are being portrayed by Andrew Garfield giving everything he has to a role.

Garfield is probably the one redeeming factor this movie has going for it. It was a strange performance to watch because I could tell he was putting it all out there and doing a great job of it, but his character was so strange and unlikeable that it almost all went to waste. Maya Hawke (daughter of Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke) on the other hand didn't have to do a whole lot for her role, but because she was the one mildly likeable character her performance came across quite well. It was a weird dynamic.

I don't think I can recommend this one. There's a world where I could see people enjoying this here and there, but for the most part people just aren't going to have a good time with this one. If you like unique and bizarre movies though then this one could be right up your alley. Otherwise stay away.

Mainstream is an interesting and strange film. Also, I understand why there are so many negative reviews, However, is it possible something has been overlooked? In my opinion, the simple fact that they created such stupid(and I say that with peace and love) content, adds to the overall message. In some ways it's actually pretty genius. After considering new sides and upon rewatching, people are famous for nothing. The pressure of that is so misunderstood.

I saw jake paul and I just left the cinema. His presence ruined the film completely.

So first I'll start with the cast,, Andrew Garfield acting was great, and the last scene was just wicked good .. Maya Hawke role was okay ,, Nat Wolff. Just got his everyday role, loving the girl - doesn't get the girl-then he gets the girl .. but it was a good casting overall.

The bad thing now is the storyline, as some has mentioned it does have a lot of clichés ,, Like the fist 10 minutes I was like things are going this way .. very expected ... It tries to draw you back but again it just felt predictable.

I do get it tries to send a message ,, a purposeful one I must say. But you also want to watch a movie with good writing /directing in which Gia Coppola was not successful.

Is the movie watchable ? Yes it is .. Is it enjoyable ? I'd say 5/10 .. now is it recommendable ? 6/10 for the message an all.

I can see why people gave this film a 4/10 but I feel it's driven based upon how the emotion of the film switched so quickly and didn't end the way they wanted it. The film is based upon how glued we are to the internet with instagram, youtube, facebook, et cetera. I don't want to spoil this movie, I just want people to watch this film rather than pass it over because of such a low rating it's given at the time of my review. The topic gives you something to think about and this shows the good side, the bad side, and the weird side that Andrew Garfield plays so well. If you've only seen him in, "Spiderman", then you need to watch him in, "Under the Silver Lake." Watch this movie and form your own opinion.