Review of Being Flynn (2012) by Deanna C — 27 Mar 2012

Jonathan (De Niro), whom plays an ill writer, along with Nick Flynn (Dano, his son), attempt to understand each other flaws. Overall......an AWESOME FILM!

This review of Being Flynn (2012) was written by Deanna C on 27 Mar 2012.

Being Flynn has generally received mixed reviews.

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Well-acted, but the script struggles to hold the attentions of the actors, much less the audience…

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By Sean Burns (1,156) for Philadelphia Weekly (778) on 02 May 2015

I'm still not sure what this is all supposed to be about, save for a bunch of scenes that happened to somebody, sometime…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 13 Feb 2015

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By Al Alexander (533) for The Patriot Ledger (721) on 01 Jun 2013

De Niro has succumbed to the false perception that 'great acting' is synonymous with screaming and yelling every line like your career depended on it…

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By Lisa D (354) on 30 Dec 2013

Not the easiest watch by any means. Not particularly what I'd call entertaining, but definately thought provoking and incredibly well acted…

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By Samantha C (308) on 13 Sep 2018

This movie moves fast but is very relatable to the fast pace of life. Robert is amazing as always…

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By Mike N (816) on 22 Mar 2014

Im a fan of nick flynn's writing..and I thought the movie was excellent and entertaining as well…

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By Tanvir M (350) on 24 Sep 2014

Glimpses of what made De Niro are seen in this father son relationship drama (based on a true story), and hidden within a thick layer of bleakness…

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By T W (332) on 18 May 2013

The cast outshines the script here. Worth a rental if you're desperate…

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By Deborah F (80) on 27 May 2018

Loved this movie. very sensitive acting, and the story is by no means banal or hackneyed…

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