Review of Sixty Six (2006) by Steve C — 29 Oct 2009
Count me as one of the positive reviews. Although I am Jewish (as is the main character in the movie), I felt that any child who had a milestone event when younger (whether it be Bar Mitzvah, birthday, confirmation, etc.) could relate to this on some level.
The acting by Eddie Marsan as the dad and Helen Bonham Carter of the mom is top notch; I was also quite impressed by the debut of Gregg Sulkin as Bernie, the Bar Mitzvah boy.
I think anyone of any religion could relate to how Bernie felt about his "big day" falling on the same day as England being in the World Cup final.
The real footage from the 1966 World Cup was a nice bonus.
Consider this movie a nice change-of-pace; no violence, well-acted, just well done. Highly enjoyable.
Make sure you read the story behind the story in how Helen Bonham Carter got involved - quite unique.
This review of Sixty Six (2006) was written by Steve C on 29 Oct 2009.
Sixty Six has generally received positive reviews.
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