Movie 1: Marty Supreme
This is a 1950’s epic ping pong drama. A young man, Marty Supreme, played brilliantly by Timothee Chalamet, tries to break into the big leagues of table tennis. He alternates personas between a gifted athlete and a scoundrel and a hustler. The acting, writing. directing and cinematography are all beautifully portrayed. Just give the Oscar to Chalamet now. One minor caveat: the movie feels long.
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Movie 2: Song Sung Blue
This is not a biopic so much as it is a tribute to the iconic music of Neil Diamond. A down on their luck Milwaukee couple put together a tribute band to the singer. Based on true events, this movie sings and moves right along with excellent acting and singing and fun visuals. Kate Hudson is sure to nab at least an Oscar nomination to go along with her Golden Globe nomination. Hugh Jackman is terrific as the lead singer. This is a toe tapping, hand clapping musical which is very much needed during these trying times.
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Movie 3: Goodbye June
This is a tear jerker, yet heart warming Christmas movie. And Kate Winslet’s directorial debut. Set in suburban London, four very different siblings come together for the final days of their dying mother, played very nicely by Helen Mirren. The all star cast is very good and very believable. A different, yet realistic take on a Christmas movie. On Netflix.
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How fun I saw the first two movies with you! I loved Song Sung Blues. When Jim, (sitting between us) grabbed each of our hands and started “dancing,” we all felt joy!
I plan to see Song Sung Blue. I watched the original documentary. I am curious how they compare
As three great and diverse films. Thanks guys.
Linda and I saw Sung Sung Blue and Marty Supreme in Arizona. We both liked the first one and were iffy on the second. The character, Marty, was a bit of a sleaze and difficult to like.
Goodbye June is next on my list.