Belfast (2021)

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   frankqb

   It's clear from the opening tourism video brochure that Branagh means to charm us. Perhaps it's the repeated use of the tunes of now dementia-riddled Van Morrison, but I was distinctly un-charmed by much of Belfast. The photography is gorgeous, the performances are wonderful, and the story is ultimately sweet and touching, however the film doesn't really have a strong narrative drive as "The Troubles" are more of a background element, and the primary story is whether or not the family should leave. Given that we know Branagh's family left, it's hardly a cliffhanger.
   
   Shame, because it is a lovely looking film with great performances. I just didn't care for the script.
   
   3.5 stars out of 5 2 years 4 months ago
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   baraka92

   That scene with Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne and Lee Marvin was amazing. And the one with Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly wasn't bad either.
   
   In all seriousness, it’s fine. A very disneyfied take on the Troubles. In terms of the child perspective during difficult times, it’s not as creative as Boorman’s Hope and Glory. 2 years 1 month ago
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   ucuruju

   Roma it ain't. I love Van Morrison but the songs are a bit too constant and jarring. The word "maudlin" came to mind. But all in all not a bad experience.

   If you didn't figure out Grandpa would die as soon as they mentioned he had to go to the hospital (first scene he was on), I envy your lack of movie-going experience

   . 2 years 1 month ago

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