I still really dont know how I feel about this movie, purely because I am so perplexed by it. It could seem very obscure and complex, but on the surface it is realistic and bland. I dont exactly mean this in a negative way, but thats how I viewed...
- 25.February.2011
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- by: Lillie
- Lillie rated this movie
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I still really dont know how I feel about this movie, purely because I am so perplexed by it. It could seem very obscure and complex, but on the surface it is realistic and bland. I dont exactly mean this in a negative way, but thats how I viewed it. I wouldnt call it sweet, but it had a sweet aftertaste if that makes sense. Overall, the acting was really well done, but there where some aspects missing in my opinion. If I could rate it a 3.5, I would.
- 25.February.2011
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- by: Lillie
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Refreshing for a first time director, Matt Aselton has managed to bring a new dimension to the acting repertoire of his leads, Zooey Deschanel, Paul Dano, and veteran, John Goodman.
Deschanel in particular shines brightly in Gigantic, as a...
- 10.January.2011
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- by: Netflowers
- Netflowers rated this movie0/10
Refreshing for a first time director, Matt Aselton has managed to bring a new dimension to the acting repertoire of his leads, Zooey Deschanel, Paul Dano, and veteran, John Goodman.
Deschanel in particular shines brightly in Gigantic, as a privileged, underachieving heiress who is facing up to becoming a woman evidenced in the empathy her character, 'Happy', somehow manages to elicit.
Gigantic certainly plays against gender expectations, as Deschanel's love interest, Dano, looks to fix a situation in order to mend himself, indeed, this is a chick flick that should also appeal to guys; funny, rude, touching, violent, gentle, brutal, kindly, inconsiderate.
Once you overcome the gimmick of the unique premise mattress salesman who wants to adopt a Chinese baby this really becomes an enjoyable watch, peppered with cool, sharp dialog and seasoned with warm, elevated charm. It is a movie in which the viewer is invited to contemplate how inner turmoil can be overcome if one doesn't give up on what one wants.
Shot in 35mm, it is also a beautiful thing to behold, and with a soundtrack (scored by Roddy Bottum) that includes Animal Collective, there is much about Gigantic which stays with the viewer long after its conclusion. 5*****STARS IMHO
- 10.January.2011
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- by: Netflowers
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A quirky little indie film with an engaging story. Zooey Deschanel is lovable as always and Ed Asner & John Goodman's roles were the highlights of the film for me, especially John Goodman, whose character was most memorable....
- 11.September.2010
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- by: Nooshi N.
- Nooshi N. rated this movie0/10
A quirky little indie film with an engaging story. Zooey Deschanel is lovable as always and Ed Asner & John Goodman's roles were the highlights of the film for me, especially John Goodman, whose character was most memorable. The fun story, the cast, the humor & all the Indie sensibilities come together well. Enjoyed it. ~NN
- 11.September.2010
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- by: Nooshi N.
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