A Touching, Funny Film That Is A Sheer Delight

Rating: 10/10 (19 July 2012)

This well plotted picture, filmed in the subdued, slightly softened film effect of the 1960s, was a joy. I can hardly say enough good about this movie. Excellent casting – the mix of seasoned performers who in no way steal the film but rather enhance it to perfection – the young unknown leads, precocious youngsters attempting to live a life of freedom, could not have been played better by Kara Hayward as Suzy and Jared Gilman as Sam. Edward Norton as the Scout Master was yet another example of brilliant casting. Melancholy, hilarious, poignant, upliftingthere were not many emotions untouched, and marvelously, in this production. Bruce Willis is a dear and I've got to say that Bill Murray is getting better and better at the craft of acting as he gets older. Never a big fan (although how could you not have enjoyed Meatballs) I am becoming one with each recent movie of his that I've seen. Don't miss this one. I can guarantee you will love this movie and probably, like me, want to see it again. Well done on every single level!