jc-999-591106 Even if you know the end of the story, which I will not reveal, you will enjoy the ride. Paul Potts is a chubby young man who loves to sing, which makes him a target for bullying by one of the young toughs in his school. The bullying is realistically portrayed except for the fact that I do not think Paul could keep ahead of the bullies for that long a run. Small quibble.As Paul grows up with few friends, if any, a doting mother and a tough father, the one constant joy in his life is opera. After he finishes school he gets a job in a cell phone shop with another odd character and they end up as best friends. His friend plays a trick on Paul and invites the woman to come meet Paul, who has been emailing this woman for a year but has no idea what she looks like or even if she is really a woman. She describes herself as looking like Cameron Diaz, spoiler alert she does not look like Cameron Diaz but turns into the love of his life.He goes through many highs and lows and finally has one last chance to sing in Britain's Got Talent.I loved this movie because it is a real example of someone who could have easily given up on his dream but keeps trying, one foot in front of the other. I found it to be funny, inspiring and at one point even brought tears to my eyes. The supporting cast are all brilliant as well as the actor who plays Paul.

Shopaholic35 Why do people feel the need to tear each other down and stomp on their dreams. The world would be such a wonderful place if everybody lived up to their potential and followed their passions. Although it takes a bit of time Paul Potts manages to stick with it no matter what life throws at him. He's quite inspirational when you're not cringing in shock at some of the stupid things he does. He really is quite a careless moron but he's a lovable one.Overall the movie is really quite good. It's perfect for lovers of music or anybody who enjoys an underdog story. The ending may not be a surprise but his life in the lead up certainly is. The moral of the story is...never give up because it's only over when you stop trying. On a side note, his dad's a pig.

maccas75 Whether you're familiar with the story of Paul Potts or not, this movie will ensure you're feeling good by the end of it.It's a satisfying story, made all the more powerful by the two strong leads; James Corden and Alexandra Roach, portraying Paul Potts and wife 'Julz'. MacKenzie Crook provides many laughs as the character of Paul's friend, Braddon, successfully leaving me nervous to ever enter a mobile-phone store in Wales.Alexandra Roach's performance almost steals the movie. Her role as Paul's supportive wife, Julie-Ann, made me feel we all could do with a little Julie-Ann support in our lives. The warmth, unwavering support and belief shown by her character will make you fall as madly in love with her as Paul Potts himself.James Corden successfully captures the hilarious and almost hard-to-watch awkwardness of Paul Potts while also giving an authentic, believable portrayal of Paul's impressive talents.One Chance is a well-made, easy-to-watch, triumph over adversity tale in which we can all take a little bit of inspiration from."One foot, then the other".

3xHCCH When I read that "One Chance" was going to be the life story of "Britain's Got Talent" winner Paul Potts. I knew I wanted to see it for sheer pop culture curiosity, but I was not sure it was going to be any good. This is especially since I had heard nothing about this film until I saw that it was going to be shown in movie theaters this week.We follow the life of Paul, a bullied overweight loner since childhood whose only dream in life was to sing opera. But growing up in suburban Wales where the main industry was steel works, he did not get much support, except from his loyal mother. In the course of this film, We see him meet a wonderful woman whom he eventually marries. However, we also see him repeatedly fail in singing and totally lose confidence about his abilities. Of course, we know this story will culminate in his memorable audition on Britain's Got Talent" in front of Simon Cowell and company.Honestly I was expecting this film to be mundane predictable biopic following the unexpected rise of a loser to becoming a winner and star. However, surprise, surprise. This turned out to be one very delightful and entertaining inspirational film which would appeal to most audiences, not only Paul Potts fans.I have not really known of either of the lead actors before watching this film, but the film's success was because of their charisma. James Corden got the child-like innocence and charming dorkishness of Paul down pat. We can't help but identify with his struggles, groan at his bad decisions and root for him to go for his dream. I am now a fan of Alexandra Roach who gave an utterly amazing heart-tugging performance of Paul's wife Julz. Her hypnotizing eyes radiates goodness and kindness. The two of them have such rich and believable chemistry between them. Julie Walters is such a chameleon in her roles. As Paul's ever- supporting mother Yvonne, she is so natural and effortless in her remarkable performance. Colm Meaney is just right to play Paul's gruff and skeptical father. Mackenzie Crook plays Paul's offbeat boss. While he is too batty to be a real person, he provides the comic relief to lighten up the mood.The first thirty minutes were positively glorious. My smile would not leave my face as the unfolding story made me feel very happy. The script was so witty and funny even as there were not so good things happening. The energy tended to bog in the middle third with the series of misfortunes which befell Paul. But that was necessary in order to make the triumphant third act more exciting and moving, even if we already knew how it would all end.