A shockingly upbeat film

Rating: 9/10 (8 February 2016)

We live in a cynical age. No one, not even the Coen Brothers would dare make a straight-up movie that celebrates work. That message can only be filmed through the lens of satire and that's what we have here. Other reviews will give you the plot basics: an extended day in the life of a Hollywood executive getting movies made in the face of one problem after another, while weighing a juicy job offer from a defense contractor. He must deal with actors, actresses, and directors with deep flaws, but in the process we see wonderful scenes being filmed. Spoiler alert: at the end of the day everyone gets their job done. And it's hard work and dedication that matter, not the money.
If you are looking for a side-splitting comedy, you'll be disappointed. If you want something that's beautifully filmed, great fun to watch and gives you lots to think about, see Hail, Caesar!