The film is based on a true story and follows Abby Johnson as she comes face-to-face with the hidden and unhidden horrors of her job at a Planned Parenthood clinic.
This movie was one of the most heartbreaking, horrifying things I have ever watched. However I would completely recommend it to everyone, no matter if you are pro-life, pro-choice, or on the fence. This film dives deep into the truths of abortion and how awful it is, it shows the truths that many people try to ignore or hide. I don't think there was a minute that I was not crying during this movie. There is no way you can watch it and not leave a changed person. It inspired me to become even more involved in the pro-life movement, and I hope that many people from both ends of the spectrum see this film. People need to know what they are actually supporting. The still above (on the left) is one of the most moving scenes in the film. It shows a couple, joined by many others, praying over 2 containers filled with the various parts of aborted babies. If that does not move you, I don't know what will. This film shows the struggles of mothers with unplanned pregnancies, but it encourages that there are other, better solutions that abortion. It is important to educate people about these solutions. The film also shows the side of the Planned Parenthood agency and how the mother's wellbeing is not always the main focus. This film seeks to spread awareness as well as provide women with a sense of hope and show them the alternatives. It portrays the pro-life movement in an honest way, a way that many people do not want it to be seen.. This film is not just meant for one group of people. It really opens your eyes and while it is pretty graphic, there is no other way to depict such horrific actions. I truly hope that you watch this movie at some point in your life.
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I thought this was a pretty good film overall. The plot was interesting and the characters were decent. However it is also really long and I found it a bit difficult to sit through. There were definitely some scenes that I felt didn't add much to the story and could have been removed in order to shorten the length of the movie. The story moved fairly slow and it was hard for to stay focused. I did like how the 3 main character's stories came together and they had also crossed paths before. It was interesting how the protagonist wasn't even that great of a person either. He was more so just the best out of the three. He wasn't the cowboy savior type, and had they not told me he was the good one, I don't know that I would have figured that out until near the end. The end sequence between the three guys was overdramatic though, and I found myself rolling my eyes at how long it lasted. Most of the westerns I've seen have some sort of comedy aspect, which holds my attention for longer, whereas this film was all serious all the time. The one part that made me laugh was when Tuco was riding through the desert with a pink umbrella sine he's supposed to be a tough criminal. While this movie didn't really change my mind about westerns and I definitely didn't love it, I do think it was well made. The story was pretty well developed and it had a good ending. Not to mention the music throughout the movie is really cool. It's not my favorite, but I didn't hate it and I can see why so many people like it so much.
Jersey Boys is a biopic that tells the story of the Four Seasons. It is based on the musical of the same name, of which both are based on the true story of the formation and downfall of the Four Seasons.
I really liked this movie. I went into the film only knowing the music and a general outline of the story and I found the film to be very interesting. As I was watching the movie I wasn't sure how accurate the story was, just because it seemed kind of dramatized. However, once I did some research I discovered it was actually pretty accurate. I was happy to learn that the writers stuck to the true storyline because I don't enjoy biopics where the story ventures far from the truth. I was surprised at how sad and tragic each band member's story was, especially Frankie Valli's. I loved watching the scenes where the band performed live, and the end scene was one of my favorite parts of the whole film. I also was pleased with the casting. I liked that they casted guys in their 30's which was the age of the actual band members when they rose to fame, but said guys were able to also look like teenagers and 5o year olds for other parts of the film. I also liked that it showed the darker sides of the band's story, since some films only show the happier parts of someone's career. As a lover of music from past decades I really loved learning about the band and I would recommend this biopic. |
AuthorHello fellow film lovers! Just a little bit about me: I love movies from the Old Hollywood era, especially musicals. In general, my movie taste is a bit all over the place. I don't really stick to one genre, as I just watch whatever looks interesting! I look forward to broadening my horizons in terms of film and reviewing them to the best of my ability in an honest way. Reading another passion of mine, and I'm frequently told I have an old soul, so expect to see a lot of older films being reviewed. I hope you can find what you need here! Archives
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