Review of Starter for 10 (2006) by Rabia Z — 08 Jul 2008
It's 1985 and Essex boy Brian has just been accepted in to Bristol University. Believing all his life that 'Knowledge is Power' Brian is naturally ecstatic at his chance to study English Literature and to appear on University Challenge.
What Brian forgot however, was that not all learning can be done inside a classroom, and a series of unfortunate events begin to affect his relationships with his home, his old friends and his love interests.
With some excellently witty script and stellar comic performances 'Starter For Ten' is a superb British rom-com. Leading man James McAvoy delivers an exceptional performance as Brian, a fresh enthusiastic soul wandering through life.
His comic delivery is excellent and he brings a real charisma and likeability to the character. He's supported excellently by the likes of Catherine Tate, Rebecca Hall, Alice Eve and Benedict Cumberbatch.
All excel in their roles even if some have only limited screen time. Set to an infectious 80's soundtrack 'Starter For Ten' manages to capture a really optimistic and positive image of University life and how the power of ambition is so important, but honesty and humanity still rest above it.
A brilliant Brit-flick that'll have you creasing up. Excellent.
This review of Starter for 10 (2006) was written by Rabia Z on 08 Jul 2008.
Starter for 10 has generally received positive reviews.
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