One will never know Love, unless one surrenders to it.

Rating: 7/10 (10 November 2018)

I went to see this movie with someone special to me, thinking it was a documentary but realized, upon arrival, that it was a remake of the 1937 Classic movie, A Star is Born. Not another remake, I thought. Specifically, of a Classic movie that happened to have three remakes altogether, not including the Original. Bradley Cooper's directing was, nevertheless, good throughout the movie. The editing, however, felt a bit off, thus affecting the pacing of the film at times. There are also scenes where characters are literally showing up out of nowhere. For example, when Jackson shows up at Ally's house whilst she is sleeping. I do not know whether Bradley Cooper has had much involvement in the editing process so I cannot say whether it was his oversight or not. Let's not forget that it was Bradley Cooper's directorial debut, mistakes are to be expected- He does, however, show great potential. I have to say that this remake was not bad. I sense that there is the potential for a few Oscar nominations here. The singing performance throughout the movie was nothing short of remarkable. Until this film, I didn't like much of Lady Gaga's music, except for one song. But, thankfully, because of someone who may be a Star in the making and is dear to my heart, I discovered how talented Lady Gaga truly is.
For Kristina.