An original, feel good, unrealistic movie whose message is music heals everything.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This movie was amazing the character development especially between Max and Flora (his mother). It was such a a feel godod movie. Great work done by the director. I would highly recommend this to anyone who has or hasn't seen Sing Street. It was such a good movie. And the fact it's set in Dublin as well is great as I'm from Ireland so it was seeing such an imperfect place of Dublin look oddly beautiful. Great casting and the music was good, however it was missing a big song like "drive it like you stole it" from Sing Street how ever the ending song was very good Max's rap was absolutely brilliant. Loved the movie well deserving of my 5 stars.
This movie was amazing the character development especially between Max and Flora (his mother). It was such a a feel godod movie. Great work done by the director. I would highly recommend this to anyone who has or hasn't seen Sing Street. It was such a good movie. And the fact it's set in Dublin as well is great as I'm from Ireland so it was seeing such an...
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
John Carney has done it again! Always a fan of his work, and *Flora and Son* hits all the right notes (pun intended). It’s such a heartwarming and charming story about a mother trying to connect with her rebellious teenage son. Watching their bond grow through music was so beautiful, and the songs? Incredible. Every track felt meaningful and added so much to the story.
It’s not just about the music, though—it’s about how music brings people together, how it heals, and its importance in our lives. I had a smile plastered on my face the entire time. It’s got the perfect mix of laughs, heartfelt moments, and, of course, amazing tunes. The film was incredibly captivating and honestly a pleasant surprise. If you’re into music dramedies that make your heart sing, this one’s a must-watch.
John Carney has done it again! Always a fan of his work, and *Flora and Son* hits all the right notes (pun intended). It’s such a heartwarming and charming story about a mother trying to connect with her rebellious teenage son. Watching their bond grow through music was so beautiful, and the songs? Incredible. Every track felt meaningful and added so...
Rating: 0.5 out of 5 stars
Set in Dublin's inner city flats - her accent was awful and often times was trying too hard, unconvincingly. Then there's the weird plot: as if an inner city single mom who works as a cleaner, is going to make friends with a bloke online, who happens to lives in LA, and then pays him $20 per music lesson (don't ask about the even weirder concept of time zones - doesn't seem to apply here..?!) - DREADFUL
Set in Dublin's inner city flats - her accent was awful and often times was trying too hard, unconvincingly. Then there's the weird plot: as if an inner city single mom who works as a cleaner, is going to make friends with a bloke online, who happens to lives in LA, and then pays him $20 per music lesson (don't ask about the even weirder concept of time...
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant, really enjoyable.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
I love Sundance Film Festival! As a fan of Sing Street, I was excited when I saw that John Carney's latest film was playing in Park City. The experience of watching the film with the director and cast in the room was phenomenal.
Carney is a masterful writer/director, and I am continually drawn to his storytelling. The performances in the film were equally strong with Eve Hewson crushing her role and forming a chemistry-fueled bond with Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
It's hard to separate the film from the experience. The finale was a little jumbled and lacked closure in certain aspects. During the Q&A, Carney said that this film was a dedication to mothers (similar to how Sing Street was "for brothers everywhere"). Knowing that, my perception of the film's ending changed. The music was not as strong as his previous films, but it was still a solid movie.
Best Character: Flora
Best Scene: Rooftop Duet
Additional Note: I wish that I could download the songs and listen already, but that will have to wait until the film is released.
I love Sundance Film Festival! As a fan of Sing Street, I was excited when I saw that John Carney's latest film was playing in Park City. The experience of watching the film with the director and cast in the room was phenomenal.
Carney is a masterful writer/director, and I am continually drawn to his storytelling. The performances in the film were equally...
Rating: 1.5 out of 5 stars
Apart from some excellent sequences between Hewson and Kinlan, this film is an absolute cheese fest best suited for the Hallmark Channel. Shocked by the positive reviews.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Another gem from John Carney, possibly his finest yet. If you are familiar with his movies you'll know the deal, real life, dreams, crushing reality, self discovery, epiphany moments and most of all it's all about the music. There is a danger with these themes of being too saccharine and schmaltzy but he escapes these traps with endearing characters who you want to succeed with their choices especially when the world seems to be against them.
Eve Hewson provides plenty of sass delivering some classic lines with sardonic wit and unflinching honesty. Some of the dialogue between Jeff (her transatlantic hunky guitar teacher) and Flora has you laughing and cringing in equal measure. The Irish street scenes are a joy as ever certainly rivalling Sing Street. A triumph for music and humanity.
Another gem from John Carney, possibly his finest yet. If you are familiar with his movies you'll know the deal, real life, dreams, crushing reality, self discovery, epiphany moments and most of all it's all about the music. There is a danger with these themes of being too saccharine and schmaltzy but he escapes these traps with endearing characters...
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
3.75. Carney excels at sweet mostly-feel-good comedies with music at the center.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant movie. Very enjoyable watch. Super acting.
