Love the Four Seasons and Clint Eastwood, But...

Rating: 5/10 (19 November 2014)

The Four Seasons made a name for themselves in the 60s with hits such as "Sherry", "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Walk Like A Man". Honestly, who can resist the lovely voice of Frankie Valli? Their music was pleasant to listen and dance to. Along the way, an award-winning play was made that chronicled the lives of the band members, both as musicians and as friends. Having never seen the play, I can't honestly say if the movie's the same. But I have to ask: Has anyone else grown tired of the tedious drama that goes into biopics like this? Maybe it's all true. And maybe I'm being unfair. But come on, not EVERY single musician is mixed up in sex, drugs, or crime. I know the work wouldn't be nearly as exciting or interesting without all the drama, but after a while, it just starts to feel contrived and fake. Which ultimately begs the question: How much of what we see is anywhere close to the truth? For instance, were the Four Seasons REALLY mixed up in the mob? Or is that just what we've come to expect every young Italian from New Jersey to do? Nitpicking aside, however, the film is visually impressive, the acting is spot-on, and Clint Eastwood is once again an excellent director. So, take it or leave it.