“You’re not dying. You just can’t think of anything good to do.” -Matthew Broderick in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986) The Academy of Motion Picture Arts…
– Chris Parker, Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, Dylan Sellers, Becky Sloviter, Jorma Taccone
Academy voters have a long-standing bias against comedy features, and only seem to open themselves up to ones that follow the “dramedy” narrative. The Sundance sensation that is the biggest sale in festival history by $0.69 managed to live up to its expectations. More than just another “Groundhog Day”-like outing, it brilliantly captures a love story that is both moving and unconventional, boasting an utterly remarkable performance from Cristin Milioti.
Uncommon, elegant, and splendidly fluid, Eliza Hittman arrives with her bravery and compassionate script. Owing lots of the film’s successes to stars Sidney Flanigan and Talia Ryder, the restrained and somber narrative unfolds sensitively from minute to every beguiling minute. It’s a poignant journey that makes us excited about whatever is next for Hittman. Its raw, humane dialogue is its real strength.
The Jane Austen well has been more than drained, especially when it comes to the tale of “Emma,” but that doesn’t mean Autumn de Wilde’s latest adaptation doesn’t mount delightful and majestic setpieces. Production designer Kave Quinn has yet to find awards glory despite a career that has included “Far from the Madding Crowd” and “Judy,” while her long time set decorator Stella Fox gives everything a new and enchanting life.
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