Perfect tone and a great cast make this a movie to see.

Rating: 8/10 (25 February 2012)

Excellent movie. 50/50 is heartfelt and touching without being sappy or cheesy, and it doesn't hurt that it's genuinely funny at times. Great performances all around, especially from Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The guy makes all the relationships in the movie, be that with his mother, his best friend, or his psychiatrist (even his dog!) seem real. 50/50 has an excellent cast top to bottom, and the great script gives them a chance to show it.
This is officially the cancer movie for people who don't like movies about cancer. I'm usually put off by this kind of film, but I was so impressed by the cast and the positive buzz around it that I had to give it a try. And I'm glad I did. What you'll find here is a refreshing take on a subject that can be really tricky to "get right". It's not just about Joseph's character, it's about the people around him, and it handles that in a very honest way. Can't recommend it enough, really.