Begin Again
The latest film from writer-director John Carney (Academy Award®-Winner ONCE), BEGIN AGAIN is a soul-stirring comedy about what happens when lost souls meet and make beautiful music together. Gretta (Academy Award®-Nominee Keira Knightley) and her long-time boyfriend Dave (Adam Levine) are college sweethearts and songwriting partners who decamp for New York when he lands a deal with a major label. But the trappings of his new-found fame soon tempt Dave to stray, and a reeling, lovelorn Gretta is left alone. Her world takes a turn for the better when Dan (Academy Award®-Nominee Mark Ruffalo), a disgraced record-label executive, stumbles upon her performing on an East Village stage and is immediately captivated by her raw talent. From this chance encounter emerges an enchanting portrait of a mutually transformative collaboration, set to the soundtrack of a summer in New York City.
80% positive reviews yields a rotten splat icon!? @.scot
Sorry... maybne I'm missing something, but why in the world is there a "rotten" splat icon next to the 80% positive rating? That's like putting a Thumbs Down icon next to a really positive review. Or putting 1 star next to the phrase "5 out of 5 stars!" If I could attach a screenshot I would. Apple doesn't seem to have a way to report an issue like this, so I'm submitting it in the form of a movie review since it seems local to this page..
Great movie only if… @Sean_808
You want something easy to watch. Don’t go into it expecting great performances or story line. I didn’t know this movie existed until I heard the song “Lost Stars”…. And actually, listen to the Adam Levine version and see if you like the song and how it makes you feel. If it resonates with you, you’ll like this movie. Also, it’s partially a Judd Apatow movie; you’ll most likely experience nostalgia.
A Great Drama, Not a Comedy @johnbroussard
The actors performed extremely well. It was a great story and message. The movie is definitely not a comedy though, I’m not sure why it’s listed as such.
I enjoyed but... @Ask&Seek123
So it was interesting but maybe it was just me. Didn’t find it as exciting as I though I might ... Rated R for language and drinking is the only things I noticed and it probably could have done with out the language. Unique story line. Kind of a story of finding self again.
Great film, enjoyed the soundtrack @AJonesinSC
I was pleasantly surprised at how this story drew me in from the get go and held me. I did not want it to end. There were several different story lines, great soundtrack. Highly recommend this film!