Sweet

Rating: 7/10 (29 April 2008)

"Once" is the story of two people brought together by music. The question is, due to circumstances, can they ever be together? This is almost an "Umbrellas of Cherbourg" type film as it is told mainly in song by well-known Irish musician Glen Hansard and Marketa Iglova, a real-life couple. Due to the unaffectedness, attractiveness and chemistry of the two stars, the story emerges in a very sweet and natural way.
For the generation to whom this film is geared, it's absolutely wonderful. It's pure and sincere and very poignant. I admit that for me, it's not my type of music, though I did like the Oscar- winning song and appreciated that the movie was made on a shoestring and done so successfully. I really applaud the filmmaker.
This is a movie that means a lot to people and has found a niche all its own. It's great when a small film can do that. Sadly, the Hollywood studios never seem to take notice.