Review of St. Vincent (2014) by Brettbgowen — 27 Dec 2014
Bill Murray, Melissa McCarthy, and Jaeden Lieberher all killed it in this movie, comedically and dramatically. I found it very refreshing to see Melissa McCarthy portraying a more realistic human being rather than the caricatured person that her "type" seems to land her in Hollywood. Lieberher delivers his lines and his acting smartly at a young age. And this may be one of Bill Murray's best roles to date. Naomi Watts' character was unlike anything she's ever done before, and it resulted in something a little bit awkward, but completely harmless.
The plot may have fallen flat at certain points, and the script was used as a tool a few times for unnecessary sentimentality and conflict, but overall, the story and the message has resonance and tugs on your heart strings.
This review of St. Vincent (2014) was written by Brettbgowen on 27 Dec 2014.
St. Vincent has generally received positive reviews.
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