Nice

Rating: 7/10 (28 January 2007)

Recap: Andy, an aspiring writer and journalist is applying for the job of being Miranda Priestly's, Runways chief editor, assistant, a job million of girls would kill for. But not Andy. Andy is not in to fashion, not at all. She only sees this job as a stepping-stone to later "real" jobs. But it is not as easy at it seems. Miranda is extremely demanding and never gives any compliments. Andy's life soon revolves only around keeping Miranda content and Andy slowly gradually turns into a Runway-girl.
Comments: A really nice comedy about Andy and her suddenly chaotic life. Funny situations, good line deliveries and a little absurdity make this comedy really nice. And in addition to that there are two things to augment the movie. First of is Andy's relationship with Nate. It's sweet, warm and loving, and it's impossible not to care. Finally there are the small comments, both by characters and the filmmakers, about the fashion-industry and the world at large that also gives the move an interesting (and unexpected) depth. Some issues is actually worth thinking about, and the points made valid.
Also I would like to commend the use of music in this movie. It has a nice way of slowly fading in and lending weight to the scene, always augmenting the pictures and never stealing focus. Also a lot of scenes are done with great skill and creativity. Especially the one when Andy changes clothes walking to work (you know the one if you've seen the movie) - and I liked it very much.
Good performances all around, when the cast is considered. It couldn't been easy for Streep to be Priestly, but she pulled that off without any glitches. Also really good performances, and nice characters, from supporting cast like Tucci and Blunt. And finally there is Hathaway. First off, allow me to be a little superficial. Those eyes... d*mn. She got an easier role - considering her character are much more likable but she does really well too.
All in all, a good movie that lacks that little special thing that make it outstanding, but I don't regret spending time seeing it either...
7/10