Brandon: It's kind of embarrassing to be reviewing this movie so long after it has been out of the theater, after awards season, and long into its DVD career. But, now that we've finally had a chance to check out the much-hyped flick, we just had to tell the world how much we loved Up In The Air!
Jenni: Agreed. Sure, just about any movie with gorgeous George Clooney in it is going to get my support - heck, I'll even forgive him for Leatherheads. But, beyond his awesome looks and incredible performance, this was a good movie all-around.
Brandon: As professional amateur movie critics, we're sadly way behind the times in keeping up with what's out there. Now that we're finally able to get caught up on some of the movies that received Academy Award nominations (this one received 6 different Oscar nods), so far this has been my favorite film that was nominated for best movie 2009.
Jenni: The plot was engaging, the characters were all endearing in their own ways, and, although we totally should have seen it coming sooner, the ending was even somewhat surprising. Overall, it was a great viewing experience, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this one to my friends.
Brandon: Agreed. The Snobs heartily support George Clooney and this great film. And with that, the Snobs are out. Peace!
You can watch the trailer for Up In The Air here.
Great review! I just need to find a comedic way to write like this...
ReplyDeleteI was dying when the younger girl started crying in the middle of the lobby. Plus it had cameos from great people (JK Simmons, Zach Galifianakis). Did you know that most of the scenes of fired people were people who had actually been laid off? The filmmakers put out an ad in Chicago or Detroit (I forget where exactly) asking for people to talk to the camera about when they were fired (either recounting the experience or saying what they would have liked have said when it happened) under the guise of a "documentary". I must say, it worked very well. Those scenes were the most powerful in the movie.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with Jenni on all account. George is gorgeous and the ending caught me totally off guard.... I didn't know whether to be sad for him or be glad that I was watching such an engaging movie.
ReplyDeleteA creative and entertaining review format, well presented. Creating a definite personality and sense of both your preferences over time helps to make your blog a good barometer of how much we, your very different readers, will like the movies you talk about. Great job.
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