Saturday, August 4, 2012

Ruby Sparks



What I liked:

  • Paul Dano is fantastic as Calvin.  He makes you feel for his character.
  • Not only did Zoe Kazan write this delightful screenplay but she also dazzled as Ruby.  She can go from being quirky, to adorable, to sad, to childlike in a blink of an eye.
  • Dano and Kazan are a real life couple and their chemistry shines through on screen.
  • The story is heartfelt, witty, interesting, funny, magical, and creative.
  • Chris Messina is great as Calvin's older brother and the voice of reason.
  • Annette Bening, Antonio Banderas, Aasif Mandvi, Steve Coogan, and Elliott Gould make for an impressive supporting cast.
  • Maeby Funke (Alia Shawkat)!!!
  • It has a fun soundtrack.

What I didn't like
  • Parts of the story seemed to be edited too much thus causing small holes.

Grade: A 

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