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Hello Cinephiles,
Today we’re talking about the 2024 film IF.
Story
Don’t get me wrong, I love fast-paced action, but sometimes I just want a nice slow-paced movie that takes its time with the characters. This movie did a fantastic job at keeping a steady pace that felt almost like a Miyazaki film.
The story elements are well introduced and very well developed.
Score: 1
Characters
The main character is inquisitive and sad, the actress conveys that even small ways and does a great job.
At first it might seems like Ryan Reynolds is just playing himself, but as you watch his mannerisms and speech patterns, you see that he’s actually playing a mixture of himself, the main girl, and the dad. It’s subtle but impressive.
The rest of the cast has a chaotic-hopefulness that is sorely lacking in the world and films lately.
Score: 1
Dialogue
Most of the movie’s dialogue has two meanings and works as a joke and story. It’s quippy but also sweet.
Score: 1
Visuals and Music
The camera work is an updated version of the YA movies we grew up with in the 90’s combined with a lot of slow movements, letting the characters be the focus.
The music was fun and matched the emotions well.
Score: 1
Fun
I wasn’t sure what to expect with this movie and didn’t do any research, which was for the best because I wasn’t spoiled. It was a lot of fun and and had a lot of heart. I cried, I laughed, and I felt proud at guessing some of the surprises. The kids loved it and now scream “Keith!” whenever they trip.
Score: 1
Overall
A live action movie that has the heart and emotion of Pixar with the joyful pacing of Studio Ghibli. It’s whimsical and wonderful. I highly recommend it.
Final Score: 5 Stars out of 5*
*A 5 star review doesn’t mean the movie was perfect nor that it is perfect for everyone but it is a movie I believe is as close to perfect as possible.