Supernova

Movie came across like an Advanced Acting Class. I love both Mr. Firth and Mr. Tucci's work, Just not together. The only mouth kissing and attempted lovemaking was in the dark? All we saw representing there love was a childlike kiss on the forehead. Not cool. Where are the fully realized Gay characters. Very flat. Script was clichéd and overly maudlin.

Couldn't stay with it I did try It was very boring I left the last 30 min. I would skip this one

I waited for this film almost 8 months as the release date pushed forward due to covid. I love the 2 lead actors and the storyline also attracts me for various reasons. I was almost in tears when I saw the trailer and when I finally watched it I had very mixed feelings. In the end I blame the script & the director which I found out the same person! It is such an empty script it is impossible to get attached to any character as there are no details about anyone. It is like a music video with no foundation. I think he tried to go for a simplicity with lots of nature views but he didnt realize he is not Ang Lee and he will never be that talented.

In a Nutshell: Bleecker Street brings two of my favorite actors together in this touching drama: Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci. The movie was written and directed by Harry Macqueen. It's only his second film after he did HINTERLAND. Firth and Tucci play gay lovers who go on a road trip while they're dealing with the recent diagnosis of early-onset dementia in one of them. The fact that the characters are gay is not the main element of the film but just another way to look at the many obstacles loved ones go through in this journey we call life. it's heartbreaking and especially tough for me to watch because my parents are struggling with this very illness now. It seems to be on the minds of Hollywood filmmakers lately too, as several movies have come out in the past year that explores this delicate, depressing, complex, and very real issue that many of us face on a day-to-day basis. Things I liked: Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci are excellent, as expected. They are at ease with each other and show a genuine tenderness for one another. Although both actors are straight, their portrayal as a homosexual couple is believable and touching. Both deliver effortless performances as a master class in acting. Stanley Tucci's character is interested in astronomy, which is where the movie title gets its name from. It is said that a supernova burns brighter, yet shorter, just like his character's life. As the two men take a road trip, you get to see some beautiful landscapes of England. The film was shot mainly in the Lake District of Cumbria in the United Kingdom. I got to travel there a few years ago and would happily go back. Some of the frames look like postcards shot by cinematographer Dick Pope. Colin Firth plays the piano in the movie and it's really him playing! The movie and music don't go for the easy tear-jerker moments. Everything is quite understated...so British. Lovely music on the cello. Some of the dialogue is fantastic with profound insights. The writing was very well balanced, giving you inspiring moments from both men. I don't know which would be worst: losing yourself to dementia or losing your loved one who has dementia. Heartbreaking either way. I thought it was cute when Stanley Tucci's character noted that the car's navigator's voice sounded like Margaret Thatcher. I'm always grateful for a little humor to balance out all of the sadness in dramatic movies. Things I didn't like: It's a very slow burn. The subject matter of life and death are melancholy and sad. If you're experiencing this in your life with your loved ones, you'll probably choke back a few tears. If not, you might actually be bored a little bit. The movie ends abruptly. Themes Worth Talking About: Love and relationships Loss Life and death Talk of suicide Just like the road trip the men go on, life is all about the journey, not the destination. Tips for parents: Profanity and F-bombs You see Stanley Tucci shirtless You see two men in bed together. They get a little frisky in one scene, but luckily, it's dark and you don't see much. Kids will be completely bored. So will some adults. You can see the rest of my review on my Movie Review Mom YouTube channel!

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Great acting, great script, I loved the scenery and the ending was beautiful and emotional for me. It's a slow paced movie (there were a lot of scenery shots which made the movie very slow for me even though I loved the shots) so this movie is not for everyone but I think it was great. If you like slow movies definitely watch it, but if you don't I don't think you'll be able to finish this movie.

Both fine actors, particularly Colin Firth but I must say there was no chemistry between the two men plus little or no humor throughout the film and the dreary music was enough to make you want to jump off a cliff. To make it worse, the movie was just plain boring with no punch. Some pretty scenery but i wanted a more solid film where i felt more connected to the story and characters but the film never delivered. I honestly feel let down.

Greetings again from the darkness. Relationships end. Sometimes that brings relief, other times pain. For long time couple Sam and Tusker, the end is speeding towards them and they are each taking approaches on how best to handle. Writer-director Harry Macqueen delivers a tender story that is elevated by two extraordinary lead performances. Colin Firth (Oscar winner, THE KING'S SPEECH, 2010) stars as Sam, a concert pianist, and Stanley Tucci (Oscar nominated, THE LOVELY BONES, 2009) co-stars as Tusker, a published novelist. These are arguably career best performances from both, and they complement each other so well on screen that we simply forget we are watching actors and accept the plight of this couple - of these two men. Driving along in their RV from a bygone era, they have the familiar exchanges that come from spending a lifetime together. We enjoy their banter, but it's Sam's opening line that sets the tone when he says, "We're not going back, you know". He's referring to a suitcase that Tusker didn't allow him to help pack, though soon enough we realize that line is even more to the point when it comes to their life journey. As the bucolic northern England countryside passes by, it becomes evident that Tusker has early onset dementia. Though more present than not, he sometimes forgets a word, while in his worst moments doesn't know where he is or how he arrived. The purpose of the trip is two-fold: Sam is giving a 'comeback' concert after many years away from the circuit, and this is Tusker's farewell visit to family and friends. Of course, we (and Tusker) also recognize that this is likely the final fond memory this couple will make. While Sam is insistent that he can help Tusker remain productive, Tusker is well aware that he will quickly become a burden to the man he loves - and that's not something he wants to see happen. Dementia is a slow fade, often over many years. Recognizing that it's happening to you is as painful as watching a loved one decline. People deal with this in their own way, and Macqueen's film handles it gently, while the actors exhibit much grace in their portrayals. The line, "It's not about fair. It's about love" really struck a nerve, and made it clear that these are two characters we like and believe in - inside a story that's heart-wrenching. Star-gazing plays a role here, and there's only a mild poke at Margaret Thatcher's policy towards gays. This isn't a movie of politics, but rather one of emotions and humanity. Not much happens here ... only everything. Best to reach for the stars, as "we're not going back." *side note: I did have to look up "frog-marching" since it's used in conversation, and I had not previously heard the phrase. The film hits theaters on January 29, 2021 and Digital on February 16, 2021