One of My Favorites

Rating: 10/10 (14 August 2004)

Wow! I work at a movie theater. I put films together before they go on screen and then I am paid to watch them. There's so much out there that I haven't seen, my god, but "Garden State," is possibly one of the best films I have ever seen.
I expected a lot just from the trailer, Zach Braff, and Natalie Portman. I was surprised to then reflect on the film and find that it really went above my expectations. I really did not expect it to be that funny either. I saw it opening day for us here in Chicago, and then again the next day. It unfortunately started in only 4 theaters here and we had to drive an hour to see it. It ended up being moved from the Art House side of a theater to another larger auditorium. I can tell you from working in a theater that this is because it was selling out, as it did again that Sat. night.
I really love Scrubs. Zach Braff is hilarious, but I did not expect to laugh as much as I did in "Garden State." It's touching moments, were also, very captivating. I don't know if I can view Zach the same any more. I imagine watching Scrubs all the same this year, but I respect the man's vision and talent so much more now. Incredible!
I would highly recommend "Garden State," to any one. For any of those of you who live around Chicago and wish to contact me, feel free and I'd be happy for you to visit my theater to see it(We'll take good care of you too, plus we take better care of the films).
"Garden State," is truly, One of My Favorites.
Enjoy!
-Steve