Ever since the beginning of Aft of Film, i have looked at films more for their merit and overall moral values than just the blood and violence that i am usually interested in. In our Art of Film class, we have recently finished the great romantic comedy called Groundhog Day (Harold Ramis, 1993). It was one of the most interesting plots i have looked at under at microscope. Its in depth description of people in depression and agony made this movie unique and uncontested in the movie world. One of the best acting performances was Bill Murray (Phil Connors) in the movie. His face and gloomy personality make the actor seem dark and heartless. This look made me feel like he was the real deal and that i could actually see him being real. Andie MacDowell was also a great actress to pair with Bill. She has a sophisticated look to her face and shows that she wants to be accomplished and determined to make it to the top. This was a fantastic addition to the cast and made the movie what it is now. I also liked the complex plot of the movie. Its individuality was very new and upbeat than classic movie plots. The romantic comedy was a very old and used up genre but the use of great actors and a unique plot put the genre back on the top list of great movie themes.
3 comments:
Yeah I agree that this was a very interesting and original plot. I like how it ties in with real life. I not sure why you were looking at it with a microscope though... you might need to get some better glasses? I could see it just fine.
I think that this movie was a good counterpart to older films. I like your analysis, but like Dan, wonder about your eyesight.
I have 20/20 vision so you keep quiet.
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