Honestly the most uplifting film I have seen as of probably my entire life so far. There isn't a sad moment, ok maybe one but the nice thing is it doesn't linger on it like alot of other more recent 'super uplifting' films.The most striking thing about this film to me is truly the writing and the cinematography (the camera movements, style etc.) it was just so captivating. Firstly, writing. It is the writing that makes this film so funny and uplifting, it's not like there is constant jokes because the comedy is right there without the need for constant jokes. Of course there are some more obvious jokes, like when the new manager (Adam Scott) of 'LIFE' magazine starts to throw things at Walter (Ben Stiller) in order to see how far he is into his daydreams which makes you dislike the manager even more and gives you a chance for a bit of a giggle. Secondly, cinematography. Just so so so gorgeous! The camera movements were smooth, and simple but still so captivating and showed you everything you needed in that scene. Going to stop here before I go into waffling mode.
Overall, this film is really unexpected for a big budget Hollywood film directed by an actor (because sometimes that is not a good mix). It's kind of melancholy yet uplifting, and it's so funny without it being cheesy. I had a feeling I would really enjoy this film from the moment I first saw the trailer, I had no clue that I would love it as much as I do. I had it on repeat for like three days (it may have been more), and I am not sick of it one little bit.
Rating: 5/5, just brilliant from actors to story line to freakin' cinematography! Just amazing!
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