In St. Vincent (directed by Theodore Melfi) recently divorced mother Maggie (Melissa McCarthy) and her son Oliver (Jaeden Lieberher) move in next door to Vincent, who is hardly a saint, played by Bill Murray. As Vincent and Oliver spend more time together, they develop a symbiotic relationship. They need each other, although Vincent tries not to let on that he needs or cares about anyone. Vincent lives a private life, and often shuts people out. In the beginning, the audience does not "know" him that well.
This story is about seeing the good in people. Just like in real life, its easier to see the good in Vincent after you've gotten to know him. What makes Vincent likable in this film? It is his relationship with Oliver that provides us gradual insight into Vincent's character, so that we can like him.
I thought the revelation of Vincent's good qualities was a little too gradual. If not for Bill Murray's charisma, I might have been apathetic towards Vincent for a good part of the film. I also thought Murray's Brooklyn accent was inconsistent. While this movie relies on solid performances by Bill Murray and the supporting cast, don't go see it expecting another Lost in Translation, where he was excellent in a serious role.
St. Vincent is not laugh-out-loud funny, but it makes you smile. The chemistry between Vincent and Oliver helps make the film endearing. Whether or not Bill Murray is at his best, his screen presence is always memorable. Overall, St. Vincent serves it's purpose as a feel-good comedy.
This story is about seeing the good in people. Just like in real life, its easier to see the good in Vincent after you've gotten to know him. What makes Vincent likable in this film? It is his relationship with Oliver that provides us gradual insight into Vincent's character, so that we can like him.
I thought the revelation of Vincent's good qualities was a little too gradual. If not for Bill Murray's charisma, I might have been apathetic towards Vincent for a good part of the film. I also thought Murray's Brooklyn accent was inconsistent. While this movie relies on solid performances by Bill Murray and the supporting cast, don't go see it expecting another Lost in Translation, where he was excellent in a serious role.
St. Vincent is not laugh-out-loud funny, but it makes you smile. The chemistry between Vincent and Oliver helps make the film endearing. Whether or not Bill Murray is at his best, his screen presence is always memorable. Overall, St. Vincent serves it's purpose as a feel-good comedy.