Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Desiremercy — 15 Jun 2012

The actors and actresses in this movie did a splendid job. Their characters were mostly likable and believable. The story fell flat though, and the unneeded intrusion of controversial topics wasn't needed. It seemed like an artificial attempt at adding depth to an otherwise run of the mill story.

Don't get me wrong. I enjoyed the movie, but it left me with yet another reassurance that Hollywood is out of touch with the values of the majority of Americans. What's worse is that many of the more risque or controversial topics seemed tossed in solely to convince us this was indeed a "deep drama." However, at further inspection you can see this movie is about a few elderly people who are delusional to think that living out sexual fantasies will make them feel young and worthwhile. You'd think after living an entire life they'd have realized there is more to life than that.

Enjoyable movie, but not one I'd see again or even recommend. Go see something else. Save yourself some money.