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Movie Reviews of Vitus
Movie Review: A human film that rejoins us with the life!
Summary: 5 Stars
"Vitus" represents - neither more, nor less - a marvellous urban fable, around the lives and times of a prodigious child, whose IQ is far beyond the average.
But, living in these times with such genius is not easy. Vitus finds in his grandfather the creativeness, the irreverence and the breakthrough of any kind of rule or discipline. As a matter of fact his grandfather finds in its free time, an opportunity to innovate, his passion is to fly; on the other hand Vitus' father is a very smart designer and really surprises and even aims the company to get immersed into the financial market; his mother is aware about the unstoppable talent of his child and promotes him.
Vitus' passion for the music is just a sample of his multiple skills. But gradually, he will be disposed to materialize the golden dream of his grandfather (thanks to a smart knockout as the nickname of Dr. Wulf , helping at the same his father of a secure bankrupt and returning him the place he deserved in the company.
The affective life of this teenager is marvellously carved in relief through two lovable girls. The plot is like a surprises box, that never let you quiet. The film exudes that kind humanity and love for life that we usually are accustomed to watch in previous European films, (such Kolya, The 400 blows or Forbidden games for instance)
The great Bruno Ganz, despite his supporting role, is always welcome every time he appears, he is a real master of the acting, his infinite tenderness and legendary charisma have become one of these unreachable cult actors ( sharing honours with Hopkins, Armin Műller Stahl, Philipe Noiret , Jean Rochefort, Albert Finney or Peter O ` Toole).
On the other hand, both children, virtuosi of the piano are extremely expressive in their roles as well as the rest of the cast. The fine direction, winged script and splendid edition process, make of this film a real treasure to collect.
Don't expect other friends advise you; acquire it, enjoy it and then surprise them with this movie as a gift. They will always reward you, as well as yourself.
Movie Review: This child prodigy refuses to be exploited
Summary: 5 Stars
For those that are tired of Hollywood formulaic schlock, Vitus is a breath of fresh air. It is engaging on so many levels which makes it an experience rather than just another movie you'll forget in a week. Vitus is a child prodigy being groomed to become a concert pianist and has an IQ that is off the charts. His parents, unaware of there actions, exploit him as most do with gifted children. Vitus want's nothing more than to be normal. He craves the attention of a loving grandfather and friends his own age but has to use his cleverness to be a kid. Faking an accident, Vitus is perceived to have brain damage, and loses his virtuoso piano playing skills. He is placed in a school with children his age. Only the grandfather is privy to the plot. With all the family's interpersonal relationships this movie blossoms into a masterpiece. Never does Vitus lose any of his brilliant skills. The self made boy becomes a wizard, manipulating his family and the stock market. This allows Vitus to afford a secret penthouse music studio and to save his beloved grandfather from poverty. There's a surprise around every turn. It's feel good ending leaves nothing but great satisfaction motivating one to say,"You got to see this movie!"
- Ken Fritz author of The United States Radio Directory: A Traveler's Favorite Companion 2008-2009
Movie Review: Superb on many levels
Summary: 5 Stars
Vitus is an inspirational movie that is superb on many levels; the character development of a genius, child prodigy alone makes for a fascinating tale. But it is a love story and the evolvement of a very independent spirit that we witness here in the film. Filled with extraordinary piano music, romance, undying love, and the emergence of an intelligence that is far ahead of his years, Vitus grabs one's heart very early on and never lets go. Refusing to be controlled by his teachers, his mother and father or his peers, Vitus bonds with his eccentric grandfather who, being in his declining years, acts out a role as a living icon of humble wisdom and noble character for the impressionable young musical prodigy. As the story develops, we see that young Vitus is not just a musical genius, but has a mind capable of out thinking all the adults around him to create the kind of life he wants: which is to be 'normal' and not be treated special. After rebelling against those who would control him, he eventually fully embraces his talent and gives it to the world, but on his own terms. 'Vitus' is an admirable, feel-good film that says a lot about human nature and true intelligence. Highly recommended. I loved it.Movie Review: STAND UP & CHEER!!
Summary: 5 Stars
VITUS-(2006-PG) was the Swiss entry in the 2006 Academy Awards for Best Foreign Film. It is a terrific family friendly film about a young prodigy (Vitus) who wants to grow up normal and his parents want him to use his incredible gifts and not waste them. While his mother does come across sometimes as selfish in her desires, I imagine if we put ourselves in her shoes, we might struggle with the same tensions of how to let him grow up 'normal' and also not waste his gifts. Vitus then takes it upon himself to ensure that he will grow up 'normal'. Through all this tension, he finds a friend in his grandfather who understands him and passes on his love of flying and woodworking, something his mother does not approve. She goes ballistic one day when she sees Vitus learning how to use a saw because of what it could do to his fingers if he had an accident. There are also some clever little twists in the story that make this a very interesting and entertaining family movie. [...].
Movie Review: Rent it. Buy it. Watch it over and over.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a bright, happy film that takes you on a very entertaining journey through a young boys formative years. Granted, this case is very special because the boy is a prodigy on the piano with an IQ to match. The film is charming, witty, surprising and fun and everyone should see it. Rent it. Buy it. Watch it over and over. BTW, you will have to read it, it's subtitled. But don't be dissuaded by that fact. The titling is crisp and well paced. There's something you should know about my recommendations. I love to watch movies without knowing much of anything about them, that way the story can unfold with maximum impact. So I'm just not gonna tell you a whole lot when I recommend something so you can discover the magic, too. This film is full of magic. See it.
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