Breakfast of Champions
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Movie Reviews of Breakfast of Champions
Movie Review: It is what it is
Summary: 4 Stars
I totally agree with those of you who are upset over the fact that this is not a "true" adaptation of Vonnegut's novel.
When I first watched this movie I was expecting something a little truer to the original story, but once it started I realized that was not in the cards. So, I decided to turn my brain off and take this movie for what it is, entertainment. I have gone back and watched it since then, and still find it an enjoyable bit of fluff.
I thought Willis did a wonderful job portraying a man who is losing his mind. Albert Finney was a very admirable Kilgore Trout, and Nick Nolte stole the show with his portrayal of Henry Le Sabre.
I have read all of Vonnegut's wonderful novels, and am very pleased whenever someone decides to adapt one into film. Many fans may not be pleased with this particular piece, and in response to that I would refer them to Slaughterhouse-Five, and Mother Night. As for this flick goes, watch it for the drawings.
Movie Review: A movie with required reading
Summary: 4 Stars
The novel, Breakfast of champions, was one of my favorite novels by kurt v. and i was excitied to watch the movie for the first time. One thought, however, that kept going though my mind while watching the movie was: I wonder what people think of this movie if they didn't read the book? This movie is almost the missing illustrations that should have gone with the book. YOU MUST READ THE BOOK FIRST in order to understand anything about this movie. The charecters were done perfectly - and the quick brilliant one liners are too easily missed if your not ready for them.The book is brilliant, and can change your outlook on life - one of the rare books that can keep you entertained with stunning humor and brilliant philosophy. The movie left me satified and in a great reflective mood, but worried about all the hapless viewers who didn't do their homework.
Any bad reviews you may read are by people who didn't read the book.
Movie Review: IGood companion to the book
Summary: 4 Stars
I just finished watching this movie with someone who has never read the book which gives the movie its name. She thought the movie was complete nonsense, and had I not read the book I would probably have agreed with her. The movie follows the plot better than most films based on novels and it even includes a few lines from other books by Vonnegut (e.g. Timequake and Slapstick). Personally, I thought this was a good movie, the only thing that really bothered me about it was the author's lack of presence in it. If you are a Vonnegut fan, this movie will keep you laughing or at the very least somewhat interested. I would recommend Breakfast of Champions to anyone who has read the book, if for no other reason than to see Kilgore Trout as played by an actual human.Movie Review: I've never read the book
Summary: 4 Stars
I have never read the book, and maybe thats why i really like this film. You can tell from the first ten mins of this movie that its not going to be your normal mainstreem Bruce Willis picture and you should also be able to tell if your going to like this film or not. You are dragged through the crazyness of Bruce Willis' breakdown with him, which gives the director prime opportunity to use many Cool camera gimmicks.
As well as being a very well made film it is also very very funny in its quirky way.
FOUR STARS
Movie Review: Good but not Great
Summary: 4 Stars
I saw the movie before reading the book (actually the movie inspired me to read the book). I realize that the book and movie have separate meanings which try to spell out the insanity of Hoover's world and Trout's harsh reality. This is a feel good movie and the book is good too. The problem with the movie is that a lot of the characters are portrayed wrong, but everything eventually sums up in the end.