Review of Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) by Spangle — 31 Mar 2016
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World is a fantastic film. Steve Carell and Keira Knightley are absolutely irresistibly delightful here. The film as a whole is very well put together and a really funny and authentic look at how the world would react to the end of the world: poorly.
The characters act as if they are trying to cram their entire life into the time they have, which to me, makes complete sense. I have no idea how else people would respond. However, where the film is truly a resounding success is in the touching elements: romance and reconciliation.
Sure, it is anything but original, but is deeply affecting all the same and really hits home. This film handles the blend of doom, romance, and comedy, quite well without becoming too jarring in one direction or the other.
Overall, it is not the most challenging film ever made, but is one that plants an infectious smile on your face.
This review of Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) was written by Spangle on 31 Mar 2016.
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World has generally received positive reviews.
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