This Boy's Life
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Movie Reviews of This Boy's Life
Movie Review: THIS BOY'S CHARMING MOVIE.
Summary: 4 Stars
"This Boy's Life" is based on the autobiographical novel by Tobias Wolff. The movie follows the story of the young boy Toby "Jack" Wolff (Leonardo DiCaprio), a rebel boy who seems to dislike every school and every town that he is in. His mother Caroline (Ellen Barkin), an attractive single woman, keeps searching for a decent man that would take care of her and her son. She finally seems to know the One, when she meets Dwight Hansen (Robert De Niro), a respectful guy. But after a few months living with him, Caroline and Jack realize that Dwight is a bully with a strong need to dominate every one around him. So now things get difficult to both of them."This Boy's Life" is a charming drama with strong performances by the great Robert De Niro and the attractive Ellen Barkin, but Leonardo DiCaprio steals the show from them; I actually think that he was a better actor when he was younger, he is good now, but in this movie and in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" he was brilliant.
Anyway, "This Boy's Life" is an enjoyable film. If you like De Niro's work, DiCaprio's work or Ellen Barkin's work, then you should see this one.
Movie Review: You'll love it!
Summary: 4 Stars
'This Boy's Life' is, said one critic is, "The best coming-of-age movie since 'Stand By Me' (another great movie), and he is right. The film clearly tells the story of a boy growing up in the '60's with his single mother, and they're just trying to get by. Life is hard for them, obviously. So Toby "Jack" (performed brilliantly by Leonardo DiCaprio) promises himself he'll do good in school, "make straight-arrow friends", and "keep his nose clean". Then comes Dewight.
As soon as Dewight joins the family, Toby begins to rebel. He makes friends that he has a habit of smoking, cursing, and talking bad with. His grades slip and he is constantly getting in trouble. He hates his life and can't seem to settle down.
If this sounds like just another drama about some kid to you, well, it's not. You just have to watch the picture to see. The dvd isn't in the greatest shape (the picture is a little fuzzy and the only extras are the trailer and a brief filmography for some of the people involved in the movie) so I would suggest catching it on tv sometime. Overall, I would give it four stars. A must-see movie!
Movie Review: A DVD question about "This Boy's Life"
Summary: 4 Stars
I have a friend who "rented" his 57 chevy to the production crew. He was even filmed (looking under the 57 hood) for a scene in Northern Utah that was trimmed from the theatrical release. He asked if there are any "deleted scenes" included in the DVD. I tried to ask over at IMDB, but you have to enter at least two hundred words about the film, or the site won't even accept your post. Good heavens, i'm not Roger Ebert! Thanks in advance for any info!Movie Review: Oh , he had it so hard?!
Summary: 3 Stars
The young boy has an abusive step father and lives in a small Washington state town.
The late 50's early 60's weren't easy to grow up in, but
actually were pretty good times compared to the 30's.
The movie has the boy behaving badly because he doesn't have
a good male role model?
I think that saying he got ahead even while cheating and lying
may not be sending a good message? Other people actually work hard
in high school and get the grades he created for himself.
There is no doubt that Tobias Wolff got a bad break in starting his life off,
but he managed to put it back together with later hard work?
Most people never get a novel published about their lives
and then, a movie made of it.
Movie Review: boys don't cry
Summary: 2 Stars
This is one of those movies that serves no real purpose but tries to hide behind a shell of seriousness. Most of the performances were OK. But, I found the story very hokey and lacking something. The movie reminded me of "Sleeping With the Enemy" or even "Places in the Heart" a little. But each of those movies are about a million times better. I did like the part when the boy with the scarf beat the hell out of Leonardo DiCaprio. Besides being personally offensive, it's just such an unimaginative way to make a film. Because I'm not really learning about any of these people. Instead the director and producers chose the easy way out by sensationalizing the story. That's so pathetic. I suppose if there was an important message or if it was a historical reference it may be different, but like I first said this movie really served no purpose and is just rather bland and boring. But this is just my own opinion so don't get your panities all bunched up if it doesn't jive with your own. Lately people on this forum get so incredibly hostile when anyone dares to give their real and honest comments. What's up with that? The way I feel about something should have absolutely no impact on your life. But sometimes I seriously think that I would be more welcome at a clan rally.