Eagle vs. Shark
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Movie Reviews of Eagle vs. Shark
Movie Review: Awkward
Summary: 5 Stars
One of the funniest movies, contains the most awkward sex scene. It is hilarious and if you like Jemaine you should enjoy this movie.Movie Review: my new favorite movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I am obsessed with this movie and I am really excited to see it on DVD. Can't wait - I hope it arrives the day it is available!Movie Review: Hilarious...sucka!
Summary: 5 Stars
If you like silly funny movies that grow on you over time and turn into a cult classic...this is it...SUCKA!Movie Review: Eagle vs Shark
Summary: 5 Stars
What a great movie. If you liked the oddities of Napoleon Dynamite you have to watch this one.Movie Review: When a "Rotten Apple" Finds Its Core ...
Summary: 4 Stars
The comparisons to Napoleon Dynamite are somewhat fair. Jemaine Clement's character, Jarrod, is painfully awkward and shows some of the same stiff mannerisms of Heder's notorious character (plus, the kooky glasses and bad hair only foster the seeming similarities). But, here's the thing ... I thought Napoleon Dynamite lacked both relevance and a heart; moreover, its "randomness" tends to amuse the college-crowd, but not full-fledged adults. So, let's consider Eagle Vs. Shark as sort of Napoleon Dynamite (with a touch of Little Miss Sunshine, but only the good aspects) for "grown-ups."
Jarrod is a complex character (unlike the flat Dynamite). He lives in the shadow of his dead brother-- whose ribbons, trophies and awards festoon his father's home (a little reminder to Jarrod of the man he can never become). His desperation to please his stoic father leads him to hurtful decisions. Frequently, the viewer is alienated from Jarrod, disdaining his selfish cruelty. Still, director/writer Taika Cohen allows Jarrod great sympathy. The viewer hopes for a transformation ... if only for Lily's sake.
Loren Horsley's character, Lily, shares a quiet life with her brother. The relationship is sweet and nurturing ... unlike Jarrod's relationship with his family which revolves around vulgar name-calling (underscoring the arrested development of the family). Lily is opened hearted, but not a fool ... as Jarrod will soon learn.
The film's mise en scene is gorgeous ... the opening sequence (alone) stole my breath. I very much enjoyed the playfulness of the cinematography ... I wish we would see more this risk-taking in American film. Furthermore, the stop-motion animation is initially jarring, but becomes crucial to the over-all message. Surprisingly cute and oddly compelling.
Yes, some elements of this work are predictable, but that's true of most films. And entirely forgivable.
If you're into swishy jogging suits and off-beat romance, give this film a chance. But, a note of caution, rent this work before buying it. (It's quirkiness will not appeal to all).