Review of The Disaster Artist (2017) by Cooperward4 — 26 Oct 2019

The Disaster Artist is an enthralling tale about the making of the worst best film ever made, the Room. At its core this film is about friendship. Its a heartfelt tale of two struggling actors who follow their dreams by making their own movie.

This story is told brilliantly through James Franco's superb directing and his amazing portrayal of the infamous Tommy Wiseau. James Franco obviously studied this man inside and out due to the fact that he is able to not only do a very good impression of his voice but he is also able to capture the many nuances and body movements of the man.

Dave Franco plays Tommy's best friend Greg Sestero in the film. In my opinion Dave Franco is the standout performance in the film as he is able to capture the character's shyness and insecurity but also is able to unleash the character's in rage and reluctancy throughout the film.

By far the most compelling aspects of the film is the relationship between Tommy and Greg. The film takes us through the character's highs and lows and their never ending struggle to achieve their dreams.

My one criticism of the film film is that it has a very rushed 3rd act. At the beginning of the 3rd act Tommy and Greg's struggles reach a boiling point and their relationship suffers because of it. Many months pass and we skip past potential character drama and relationship struggle that could possibly be portrayed.

Thankfully the film doesn't suffer too much because of it as the ending of the film is quite inspiring and worth the wait. Overall the Disaster Artist is a heartfelt story of two best friends pursuing their dreams no matter the cost.

it is a film I strongly recommend.