Film: Get Low
Starring: Robert Duvall (Crazyheart, We Own the Night), Bill Murray (Broken Flowers, Life Aquatic), and Sissy Spacek (An American Haunting, Hot Rod)
U.S. Release: 2010 (rated PG-13)
Director: Aaron Schneider (debut full length movie)
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where do I begin? Most of you probably haven't heard of Get Low (and shame on you for it), because this low budget film began its limited release in July of 2010. However, just recently it got the green light to have a more wide-scale release throughout the United States. When I went to the Regal in Edgmont today to see The Town, I knew I had to double dip and catch this Indie film with a star-studded cast. Get Low was not only a diamond in the rough, but it was clearly one of 2010's finest films.
Set in 1930s Tennessee, Felix Bush (Duvall) is an old hermit with a bad reputation. 40 years in seclusion has stirred many rumors about Mr Bush, but he's come up with a way to set everyone straight. With the help of a local funeral parlor owner named Frank Quinn (Murray), Felix plans to put an end to all the folklore by having a public funeral at his home. The only kicker is, Felix plans on being alive and in attendance. Well ... perhaps it isn't the only kicker. In fact, Mr Bush carefully crafts the idea to do one thing and one thing only, tell his story.
Get Low offers countless of praiseworthy aspects. The first-time director Aaron Schneider did a fantastic job. It was no surprise to find out that he has some hardware to his resume. Schneider won an Oscar for his featured short film Two Soldiers, and he may have even more in his future. Excellent direction, coupled with a fun, unique story, spelled a recipe for success. Get Low was as charming and witty as its entire cast. Duvall's performance as the misunderstood hermit Felix Bush was award worthy, and it would be a shame for him not to be recognized for his amazing work in this film. Bill Murray, Sissy Spacek, and Lucas Black all chipped in with solid roles as well. Get Low absolutely shined. It's rare to encounter a film that has no real flaws, but this one surely fits that criteria.
I thoroughly enjoyed Get Low from it's opening to closing credits. Everything from it's unforgettable cast to its perfectly scripted dialogue. Duvall dazzles, and reminds us of how great an actor he's been since his early days in classics like The Godfather. Felix Bush is a troubled, yet lovable, character with a story that everyone should hear. He seems so strong yet so fragile, so reckless yet so innocent. He's far from perfect, but that's what makes him so human and allows for the audience to connect with him on a deeper level. If you can't find the time to see it in theatres, then at some point, be sure to make an effort to watch Get Low. Believe me, you won't be disappointed.
Watch Get Low if you enjoyed: Gran Torino. Duvall's performance was reminiscent of Clint Eastwood's fantastic role as Walt Kowalski. Get Low isn't as meaningful of a film, but it's great in its own right.
Stars: 3.5 stars out of 4
Grade: A-
Starring: Robert Duvall (Crazyheart, We Own the Night), Bill Murray (Broken Flowers, Life Aquatic), and Sissy Spacek (An American Haunting, Hot Rod)
U.S. Release: 2010 (rated PG-13)
Director: Aaron Schneider (debut full length movie)
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where do I begin? Most of you probably haven't heard of Get Low (and shame on you for it), because this low budget film began its limited release in July of 2010. However, just recently it got the green light to have a more wide-scale release throughout the United States. When I went to the Regal in Edgmont today to see The Town, I knew I had to double dip and catch this Indie film with a star-studded cast. Get Low was not only a diamond in the rough, but it was clearly one of 2010's finest films.
Set in 1930s Tennessee, Felix Bush (Duvall) is an old hermit with a bad reputation. 40 years in seclusion has stirred many rumors about Mr Bush, but he's come up with a way to set everyone straight. With the help of a local funeral parlor owner named Frank Quinn (Murray), Felix plans to put an end to all the folklore by having a public funeral at his home. The only kicker is, Felix plans on being alive and in attendance. Well ... perhaps it isn't the only kicker. In fact, Mr Bush carefully crafts the idea to do one thing and one thing only, tell his story.
Get Low offers countless of praiseworthy aspects. The first-time director Aaron Schneider did a fantastic job. It was no surprise to find out that he has some hardware to his resume. Schneider won an Oscar for his featured short film Two Soldiers, and he may have even more in his future. Excellent direction, coupled with a fun, unique story, spelled a recipe for success. Get Low was as charming and witty as its entire cast. Duvall's performance as the misunderstood hermit Felix Bush was award worthy, and it would be a shame for him not to be recognized for his amazing work in this film. Bill Murray, Sissy Spacek, and Lucas Black all chipped in with solid roles as well. Get Low absolutely shined. It's rare to encounter a film that has no real flaws, but this one surely fits that criteria.
I thoroughly enjoyed Get Low from it's opening to closing credits. Everything from it's unforgettable cast to its perfectly scripted dialogue. Duvall dazzles, and reminds us of how great an actor he's been since his early days in classics like The Godfather. Felix Bush is a troubled, yet lovable, character with a story that everyone should hear. He seems so strong yet so fragile, so reckless yet so innocent. He's far from perfect, but that's what makes him so human and allows for the audience to connect with him on a deeper level. If you can't find the time to see it in theatres, then at some point, be sure to make an effort to watch Get Low. Believe me, you won't be disappointed.
Watch Get Low if you enjoyed: Gran Torino. Duvall's performance was reminiscent of Clint Eastwood's fantastic role as Walt Kowalski. Get Low isn't as meaningful of a film, but it's great in its own right.
Stars: 3.5 stars out of 4
Grade: A-
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