Review of C'mon C'mon (2021) by Bertobellamy — 03 May 2022
How could a movie in which so little happens be this impactful?
For me, 'C'mon C'mon' is a tribute to childhood. Mike Mills gets us into Johnny's point of view to examine the desires and tribulations of kids in modern U. S. A. It's through Johnny's eyes and ears that we get to see and hear how children look at us, and how they perceive the unrest of a crazy adult world in which nothing makes sense. Not only does the peculiar relationship between Johnny and Jesse, his precious yet charming nephew, gives us insight into this, but the numerous conversations that Johnny has with kids of different backgrounds — he's a radio journalist making some kind of documentary —; all these conversations and interactions paint a portrait of a hopeful youthhood, one which I hope rules the world while I'm still in it.
'C'mon C'mon' optimistic spirit is laudable, and this is the recent Joaquin Phoenix role that made me feel something, unlike the 'Joker' one.
This review of C'mon C'mon (2021) was written by Bertobellamy on 03 May 2022.
C'mon C'mon has generally received very positive reviews.
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