Review of (500) Days of Summer (2009) by Ramsayp — 08 Aug 2009
Is two a bit harsh? Perhaps, but I am grading the movie in light of the films that it aspires to be like. Actually, aspires is the wrong word. "Marketed" would be more appropriate. The film really has no aspirations other than to portray itself as a hip indie romantic comedy that will rope in those susceptible to fawning over anything that references The Smiths, "The Graduate," etc.
, has a cool indie rock score, has a jaded central character, and contains the insipid indie darling, Zooey Deschanel. There is absolutely nothing new here, and the material that is recycled (I don't think there is anything wrong with retreading tride and true formulas) is done so badly.
The venture doesn't even come close to a movie like, "He's just not that into you," which is no classic. But this is no surprise, since the demographic "500" aims for want to indulge in the idea of "indie" while remaining entirely "de-pendant" on the opinions of their peers.
People in their twenties and thirties have other concerns, and want to be entertained... at least somewhat.
This review of (500) Days of Summer (2009) was written by Ramsayp on 08 Aug 2009.
(500) Days of Summer has generally received very positive reviews.
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