TheBigSick
The direction is assured, with a natural and novel day-by-day narrative structure. The screenplay is awesome, with plenty of twists and turns in plot and some thoughtful and interesting lines. The cinematography, music and editing are stylish. The ensemble performances are persuasive. The open ending lifts the movie even more up.
LtlHippo
Boy, I was so bored while watching this turkey of a movie. The acting was good but the plot, the characters...just so miserable. No one was really likable, no one. Not the main characters, not the women they sleep with. Both guys seemed like real losers. I certainly didn't laugh during this movie.
grantss
Two friends, Miles and Jack, take a trip to California wine country. What follows is some interesting hijnks, friendship tests and self-discovery.Wonderfully funny and warm movie, written and directed by Alexander Payne. Quirky, with a solid plot that takes you on a very interesting journey. Great performances by Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church in the lead roles.
James Hudson
Amongst the endless and certainly varied spectrum of dramatic comedies Hollywood has to offer, there has yet to be a tale that resonates so deeply with oneself... That is, until i saw Sideways... What surprised me most about Sideways, was not only its unpredictability in the form of Giamatti's marvelous acting, but the way in which it steadily stayed afloat from start to finish. Through its directing, acting and cinematography, this film brilliantly showcases the endeavours that we all can (in one way or another) appreciate, and whether you liked it or not, acknowledgement of this is without doubt, past due. Exploring Miles' character can be - at times - somewhat complex, however, it's gradually eased thanks to Thomas Haden Church's wonderful support. I heed this to not disregard Giamatti's acting skills, but to in-fact marvel them.Beyond the sleazy nature of Jack and Miles' antics do we develop an intriguing and thought-provoking observance of their growth, from minute one to one-hundred. Watch this film with your eyes, feel it with your mind; for it's a masterclass that's devilishly underrated. Where there's an ovation deserved, there's an ovation awarded. Bravo.
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