I Heart Huckabees
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Movie Reviews of I Heart Huckabees
Movie Review: Absurdist drama at its finest
Summary: 5 Stars
While many film enthusiasts may enjoy this film, the most likely predictor that someone will like "I Heart Huckabees" is an appreciation for existential literature. This film follows the tradition of the play "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead," a classic example of absurdist drama. While many perceive the lack of fluidity and maze of philosophical references to be a downfall of the film--calling it poor or pretentious writing--this style is actually probably as relevent to the movie as the characters or the lines themselves are. Plot is inconsequential in absurdist drama, and exaggerated and ridiculous events and characters are exactly what make absurdist drama "absurd." The film also echoes more famous examples of existentialism, such as "Waiting for Godot" or Sartre's works.
At the same time, "I Heart Huckabees" is full of humor and charm that anyone could appreciate. The acting is superb, and the one-liners are classic. Not everyone will love or even necessarily like this film, but by no means does the audience have to be familiar with existentialism or any other philosophical theories to appreciate the film. In fact, with the humor and absurdity surrounding the characters, the film is in many ways a farce ridiculing existentialism and other lofty philosophies. It only helps to know that the disjointedness and peculiarity of the plot are intentional, and not a result of clumsy writing or childish whim of imagination.
Movie Review: Somethingness...Nothingness
Summary: 5 Stars
What is the human experience; somethingness or nothingness? Are we a human family, connected and joyous or are we miserable clumps of coincidence, random and cruel? As heavy these questions seem "I Heart Huckabees" tackles them with humor and grace. Lily Tomlin and Dustin Hoffman are perfectly matched as is the ensemble cast of this quirky comedy. There are some fabulous performances in this film! Sometimes political, sometimes religious, sometimes out right goofy, this is comedy about everything: how we perceive reality- life, love, competition, grief, and kinky mud sex. What separates you from me? How am I not myself? I highly recommend this movie. If you think it's weird or you don't get it- then it sucks to be you. Try it and see. Those who have given this film a bad review are either too stupid to be bothered or are think they are such brainiacs that nothing can be as lofty as they. It's not a real philosophy lesson, in case you haven't noticed. It is a movie. Can't you tell the difference? This movie was made for all kinds if people to enjoy and it was written accordingly. I also think it is very funny, unlike other reviewers, but that's humor for you- not everybody will get it. Usually when I don't get something, it's not in my nature to bash it. I just assume that it is not for me. Obviously others don't feel the same but I'll be optimistic and hope that you'll give "Huckabees" a chance.Movie Review: It is a good movie don't worry.
Summary: 5 Stars
Well, I watched this movie yesterday on cable television and thought it was pretty good. I don't see why some people simply must complain about problems they make up themselves and then make it public. Maybe they want attention, I wouldn't know because I've never done it myself; but this movie is a MUST see for anyone "trully" into ANY type of philosophy at all. Existence is a very abstract concept and is portrayed nicely in this movie. One thing I found out to be very true, is the idea that when they hit themselves with the rubber ball (yes this sounds weird but it's not) they have that feeling, but later on they are dragged back into life's drama and that this is a cicle. I must say that if you "really" enjoy philosophy watch it.
No. This guy is not Socrates or Plato or Aristotle, he is no genious so don't expect a masterpiece that will stand in the tests of time but expect an enjoyable movie that does have it's moments and that will make you ask yourself questions throughout the movie. If you don't enjoy philosophy or you THINK you enjoy philosophy but everytime you read, hear or watch an amateur's work you feel like burning it, I would say save yourself some time go make your life better and leave the criticsm to us the constructive ones. Thank you.
Movie Review: Existentialist? Crazy fun and worth a look...
Summary: 5 Stars
Reviews were mixed, if only because no one was enjoying the fun that the cast was having with the script of David O. Russell and Jeff Baena. Indeed, director Russell ran with this crazy idea and, best of all, a remarkable cast ran with him, all the way. Silliness abounds. I thought this might be an idea Charlie Kaufman would come up with; it was released the same year as "Eternal Sunshine". The film had no Oscar recognition, but was on many Top 10 lists; totally ignored by the Indie Spirits. Jason Schwarzman is terrific, as is Mark Wahlberg; excellent support from Lily Tomlin, Dustin Hoffman, Naomi Watts, Jude Law, Richard Jenkins, Tippi Hedren, Talia Shire, Bob Gunton, and the enigmatic Isabel Huppert...it really is a feast of acting, regarding the subject matter. Not a weak link to be found. It may not be for all tastes, but it was very entertaining for me. I was amused at a running joke about Shania Twain, and when she appeared, it was a pivotal moment. This is a very classy film, misunuderstood by many.If you want some totally insane fun, check it out. Highly recommended. The DVD I watched was full-screen, with only a commentary. Bummer.Movie Review: an existential rollercoaster!
Summary: 5 Stars
At the start of the story we are introduced to Albert Markovski (Jason Schwartzman, who starred in the movie Rushmore) who is desperately trying to stand for something, in an effort to inject meaning and purpose into his otherwise dissapointing life. By accident he meets a husband and wife team of Existential Detectives (played brilliantly by Dustin Hoffman and Lily Tomlin), who immediately and aggressively start helping him unravel his life. Hilarity and unexpected plot twists ensue. A mysterious and seductive competing Existential Detective (presumably from the Dark Side of Existential Detecting) threatens to throw a wrench in Albert's search for himself. And somehow Shania Twain gets mixed up in the mess.
This movie is filled with wonderful quotes like "Do you want to be noticed? Perhaps urgently?" and "We're not in infinity; we're in the suburbs."
You will likely either love or hate this movie. I think you'll love it if you are the type to relentlessly and humorously overanalyze yourself and others, and can empathize with sometimes being on the losing end of the joke.