January 12, 2009

Have you seen this film?

No? Go see it...


The make-up is incredible...as is the storyline.

"Life isn't measured in minutes, but in moments."

33 comments:

Cecile/DreamCreateRepeat said...

We generally wait for things to hit Netflix! ; ) I've heard good things about this one, especially the make-up. I wonder if I should read the short story upon which its based before or after the film....

jodie said...

We're hoping to see it this weekend. Can't wait! Looks wonderful.

OMB said...

Good morning. My daughters saw it and are begging me to see it too. I'll get to see it soon (I hope)

Anonymous said...

Didja love it? My mom saw it and said only that it was loooong. That usually deters me from a film because I know I'll just fall asleep!

High Desert Diva said...

I really liked it. It is a little long though.

I found and read the short story online. The movie is very, very loosely based on the idea....

Golden West said...

Will definitely check it out when it's released on DVD!

Everyday Goddess said...

Something is holding me back from rushing in to see this. Could it be the length? Or maybe the way Brad gets younger? I want to be a fan, just not connecting yet.

Here, There, Elsewhere... and more said...

I'm hoping to see it this weekend in Paris with a friend - can't wait, I've heard so many great reports..:)

Screwed Up Texan said...

This was a interesting and moving movie that had me at the edge of my seat the entire way through. Curiously, I discovered last night that the original storyline is completely different from the movie. About the only thing in common with the original book, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald (author of The Great Gatsby), is the title and the aging backward of Bejamin Button. However, I think both storylines are interesting and thought-provoking.

I agree, go out and watch this movie.

More details on the original storyline here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Curious_Case_of_Benjamin_Button

A Cuban In London said...

Heard of it and there's an Oscar buzz attached to it (for Brad Jolie).

Thanks for your recommendation.

Greetings from London.

Tess Kincaid said...

It's magical.

Cynthia Pittmann said...

Is there a meaning to the backwards text? "Christmas Day" is forward so it must be intentional. I don't know about the movie or the short story dear Diva of the High Desert, but when it arrives in Puerto Rico, I'll surely go to see it. <3

A Wild Thing said...

Thought the trailer looked interesting. It's always fun to watch young actors as they develop their style and I do plan on seeing it.

The first movie I saw Brad in was Thelma and Louise and thought to myself...how can it be, a young acter so handsome, how far will he go...what a hunk! I'm sure I'll be seeing this one soon!

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Rosebud Collection said...

Didn't see this movie, but then again, usually don't go to the movies..Have heard good things about this movie though.

Victoria said...

Hubby and I went to see it last week, and we both loved it. Yes, the movie was long, and I thought the pace was slow... but with intention, like a meditation. It helped to covey the longevity of the two main characters relationship, and of their individual lives as well. Visually it was very beautiful. Would like to read Fitzgerald's original telling of the story.

Linda Sue said...

Saw it two weeks ago- Great little story, impossible delight- cinematography gorgeous (and Bradd) the only glitch was the tedious old dying Cate.

T.Allen said...

The commercials piqued my interest, I'll be sure to add it to my Netflix queue as soon as it comes available.

Anonymous said...

I've heard great things about this film, but I have to wait to see it on DVD.

I'm glad to hear you liked it enough to recommend...

Kate

picciolo said...

I haven't seen this yet, thanks for the recommendation! I love the quote, very true I think.
: )

Unknown said...

I have seen it and I loved it!

Unknown said...

I have heard its good from a few friends now so it might be a great date night movie. I like the montage of pictures, really cool.

Another I highly recommend (and NEVER thought I would) is Gran Torino. Just saw it this past weekend and it blew me away. Not at all what I expected from the previews.

Michelle Engel Bencsko said...

We don't go to movies. We're parents of a 16 month old. sigh

But we'll probably check it out eventually.

Unknown said...

no, but while in atlanta we went to see a film called _slumdog millionaire_, and upon leaving the theater we passed the wall where they display all the showing films. that film was being advertised, and i argued my friend down that that wasn't brad pit.

until i saw his name on the sign.

i'll have to check it out...

Unknown said...

NO, but will check it out :D

vicki archer said...

Can't wait - I am so behind on the latest movies and in desperate need of a fix, xv.

Tessa said...

My daughter was invited to the screening in London - she wholeheartedly agrees with your sentiments regarding the film. I'll see it later on DVD.

Anonymous said...

Oh, I can't wait to see this movie. I love Cate Blanchett too (being an Aussie and all)

Hey Harriet said...

It's on my 'movies to see' list. I just saw the movie Twilight today. Ooops, no yesterday. I didn't think it would live up to all the hype, but I really loved it. I believe much of it was filmed in Oregon. Was very pretty :)

My Castle in Spain said...

will definitely go and see it when it reaches us here in Spain...

{S.T.U.F.F.} said...

INCREDIBLE!!!

please sir said...

Haven't seen it yet, but can't wait!

Lisa's RetroStyle said...

I've heard nothing but good things about it. I don't get out much and will probably not get to see it before it's out on DVD...but it's on the list.

Country Girl said...

Isn't he beautiful? The whole movie was, actually.