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beingryanjudeSep 2, 2014

Breathtaking musical performances of nearly forgotten folk tunes... a week in the life of a hopeful folk singer might not be what we expected but it still certainly has that Coen Brothers zest.

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SpangleAug 15, 2014

Another solid entry into the Coen Brothers' extensive filmography, Inside Llewyn Davis is a very pleasant and enjoyable look into the life of a fictional folk musician in 1960s New York. Oscar Isaac is phenomenal in the lead role and CareyAnother solid entry into the Coen Brothers' extensive filmography, Inside Llewyn Davis is a very pleasant and enjoyable look into the life of a fictional folk musician in 1960s New York. Oscar Isaac is phenomenal in the lead role and Carey Mulligan, Justin Timberlake, and John Goodman, all stand out as some of the good supporting performances, in particular Mulligan, who really killed it. The music is also very good here and the fact that they are also results of the actors actually singing them is all the more impressive. The cinematography here is also splendid and I, in particular, really enjoyed the slight blue filter. It really captures the mood well and it simply looks really good and gives this one a distinctive look. The plot is simplistic, but very interesting and it feels entirely authentic to the times and the life lived by musicians at the time. Overall, Inside Llewyn Davis is a solid little film that is not, as a whole, great or very good, but it is very easy to watch and even easier to enjoy.… Expand

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wayne_poshJul 26, 2021

Inside Llewyn Davis offers a seemingly bleak yet realistic view of what it takes to break into show business. Within its runtime, the film puts on centerstage a struggling, talented musician and slowly chisels away at him revealing his raw,Inside Llewyn Davis offers a seemingly bleak yet realistic view of what it takes to break into show business. Within its runtime, the film puts on centerstage a struggling, talented musician and slowly chisels away at him revealing his raw, flawed soul.

The Coen Brothers are known for their ability to tell stories about criminals, would-be criminals, and ex-criminals with a lightness and humor that seems to contradict their character entirely. While Oscar Isaac’s Llewyn Davis is not a criminal, he does embody many of the unfavorable and unsavory qualities an audience may not typically find sympathy for. But Isaac’s performance along with the Coens’ dialogue create a shadow of a once-thriving man now forced to bum cigarettes, sleep on couches and survive on the good graces of his closest friends. A third act revelation helps to explain his downward trajectory and almost entirely justifies every bad choice he’s made up until that point. For much of the movie, Isaac is playing opposite a heart-felt and surprisingly funny performance by Carey Mulligan as well as an appropriately subdued Justin Timberlake. They act as both his enablers by encouraging his transient lifestyle and provide for one of his biggest conflicts in the film. From start to finish, the audience feels Llewyn Davis’ motivation, heartache and ultimately his self-realization.

Fans of the Coens’ usual fare will take to this film instantly. But anyone unfamiliar with their work will find a thoughtful, gripping story that act as an analogy to anyone’s unfulfilled dream.… Expand

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MheenFeb 26, 2014

I wanted to like this movie, because I'm a big fan of the music genre. But it was just so slow, so boring, and had an ending that just left me completely unfulfilled.

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jppl1999Jul 31, 2015

The movie is not bad. It is all about Isaac's recreation of a single folk artist who wants to start again a successful career. The problem is that the singer is "stuck", same as the movie at some point. It is a vicious circle; and for me,The movie is not bad. It is all about Isaac's recreation of a single folk artist who wants to start again a successful career. The problem is that the singer is "stuck", same as the movie at some point. It is a vicious circle; and for me, limits its potential for what could be a great film.… Expand

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oDjentoDec 19, 2014

This film you could never say is amazing exactly, but it's a very pleasant film that you can easily enjoy. Even though the main character goes through a lot of hardships you still end up finding the viewing gentle and easy to consume. TheThis film you could never say is amazing exactly, but it's a very pleasant film that you can easily enjoy. Even though the main character goes through a lot of hardships you still end up finding the viewing gentle and easy to consume. The film doesn't really end up going anywhere, but in all honesty it's not that bad a thing. It chronicles a week for this folk singer, and not all people come to some sort of conclusion at the end of their week! However, davis is a dick for leaving thw cat in the car, almost made me want to put this film down to a 6/7! Performances are also good, and also the film comes with trademark Coen brother humour and direction that make the film recognisable in that aspect and also enjoyable. Give it a wath one night when you're feeling up for something not too heavy to watch.… Expand

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KayakMar 4, 2014

It seems a bit too niche to me. It didn't really engage me. As much as I absolutely loved the music, I was felt feeling a little bit confused at the end too. I think I need to watch it again

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jmillajhawkMar 7, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was very disappointed with this movie. It seemed like an easy out at every turn, the message I got basically being: life is sad and perhaps meaningless, it is hard to be an artist, we are doomed to repeat our mistakes. I think the Coen brothers became enamored of the early 60s Greenwich Village bohemian atmosphere, but they then failed to fashion that feeling into a satisfying feature length film and instead hung a fairly brittle premise. Sure, the movie expertly evokes a time and place, and some of the music is beautiful, but there's very little else in this. Characters flit in and out while the protagonist sits at the mercies of fate, seemingly bundling in to one catastrophe after another. He exhibits little to no capacity for change, and fails to be courageous or admirable at pretty much every turn.

I will admit that the dinner party scene that climaxes with the old lady screaming about the cat scrotum is still making me laugh. That part alone probably makes this a worthwhile watch, and reminds me how great the Coen brothers can be. Otherwise, though, this was a flimsy downer with little to redeem it.… Expand

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RamonGuerreroMay 1, 2014

All this movie does is a great puzzle for you to assemble, feels like there's not plot at all, but there's more plot that you think. Joel and Ethan Coen had delivered us another great (not surprising) film, that is yet to be recognised, butAll this movie does is a great puzzle for you to assemble, feels like there's not plot at all, but there's more plot that you think. Joel and Ethan Coen had delivered us another great (not surprising) film, that is yet to be recognised, but it feels like the Coen Bros. are loosing magic, but they're still making powerful movies.… Expand

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chwJul 18, 2014

Inside Llewyn Davis was the first Coen brothers movie I ever saw that they wrote themselves, so I was kind of surprised of the style they used in this film. Although, Inside Llewyn Davis was still a good movie.

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ericolsenMay 8, 2014

One of the most sad but at the same time honest films I have ever watched. The storytelling is flawless, the casting is superb, everything you could expect from a Coens production.

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HamushySep 5, 2014

The Coen brothers latest release Inside Llewyn Davis blends together many of the elements that have proved a success for them in various earlier works. A lack of redeemable characters, their signature dark offbeat humor, no apparent narrativeThe Coen brothers latest release Inside Llewyn Davis blends together many of the elements that have proved a success for them in various earlier works. A lack of redeemable characters, their signature dark offbeat humor, no apparent narrative and a very special genre of music in the soundtrack. The year is 1961 and Llewyn Davis is a struggling folk-singer who used to be part of a somewhat successful duo and is now trying to get his break as a solo artist. He's also a homeless drifter, who sleeps on whatever sofa becomes available and he's without a steady income. The film certainly paints the picture of rougher times, which produced big dreamers and resulted in deeper music with true passion.

Oscar Isaac deserves a lot of recognition not only for his acting, but just as much or even more so for his singing with which he even outperforms a big artist like, Justin Timberlake. I was amazed by how full of soul his singing actually was and how authentic his performance as Llewyn Davis was. Timberlakes acting performance is quite good in this film and his portrayal of a more conforming folk-singer named, Jim Berkley was great. Carey Mulligan has the role of Jim's highly cynical and very fiery wife and John Goodman plays an aged, eccentric Jazz musician named, Roland Turner. These two bring such dedicated and ranged performances to their roles and since this is really a character-based film the Coens have made sure that even the smallest part becomes a memorable character. The film follows Llewyn for a week and lets the viewer get to know him increasingly as he gets in to odd situations filled with the Coens signature offbeat humor, but Llewyn is a character who never really takes the moral, rational or admirable decisions, which should make him very hard to care for. The strange thing is that I still did as I got more and more engaged in Llewyns plight and that is what makes the film great in a very unconventional way.… Expand

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ArchonMagazineSep 20, 2014

Inside Llewyn Davis is a depressing comedy, a glimpse into a struggling folk singer’s life during one week in the 1960’s.

The first half of the movie is slow as Llewyn ping pongs around the Village and New York, causing disruptionInside Llewyn Davis is a depressing comedy, a glimpse into a struggling folk singer’s life during one week in the 1960’s.

The first half of the movie is slow as Llewyn ping pongs around the Village and New York, causing disruption everywhere he goes. Oscar Isaac unflinchingly plays the dislikeable title character a, sincere to a fault because it impedes upon his ability to be successful, freeloading folk singer newly solo due to the suicide of his duo partner Mike. Frustrated, dejected and broke, he leaves on a road trip to Chicago and the story’s components converge to a chaotic culmination one expects from an Ethan and Joel Coen film.

Teeming with talent and thoroughly Coen, the movie is full of quirky characters of a beatnik persuasion. Unfortunately, with the rare exception, most portrayals are forgettable – Carey Mulligan, John Goodman, and Garret Hedlund included. Justin Timberlake is ultimately the least successful of the bunch and his casting is a misstep. His acting is an out of place self-aware parody of a folk singer from the 1960’s. With the exception of Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, whom most know as the love interest of Lena Dunham’s character in Girls, is hilariously sincere and scene stealing in the minor role of Al Cody.

Inside Llewyn Davis contains all the successful ingredients typical of a Coen Brothers motion picture but is lacking the charm that typically enamors viewers. It is artificially bleak, reliant upon post-production, and fundamentally contrived.

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pesho_oneNov 24, 2014

Really an average movie with no actual ending. The writers should be ashamed by themselves (I realize that they are probably proud with themselves instead). Yes, it is shot well, and I watched it till the end, while still intrigued. It didn'tReally an average movie with no actual ending. The writers should be ashamed by themselves (I realize that they are probably proud with themselves instead). Yes, it is shot well, and I watched it till the end, while still intrigued. It didn't get too boring during. But it is totally pointless after all. They teach even the children that every story should have a proper ending. Apparently the directors are too big to bother with such. Most of the branches of the story are not finished either. To try explaining it better: imagine somebody is telling a story and you are interested by all the things starting to develop in it. And you expect it all adds up and mix together. But when the story is finished, you realize that all of these "interesting" things didn't actually go anywhere. And the only indication for the finish is that it suddenly stopped. Major BS if you ask me.… Expand

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MattBrady99Mar 13, 2015

Ethan Coen and Joel Coen has to be two masterclass director's and writers in movie media, and I said that back in my older reviews of these two.

The story to Inside Llewyn Davis is about a trip through New York's folk music scene in theEthan Coen and Joel Coen has to be two masterclass director's and writers in movie media, and I said that back in my older reviews of these two.

The story to Inside Llewyn Davis is about a trip through New York's folk music scene in the 1960s as a singer-songwriter does his best to make it through these times.

Every time the Coen brothers release a new movie I always expect something great from them as they other films never let me down and always top my exception. With Inside Llewyn Davis it's a road trip film with little comedy this and there, and once again the Coen brothers showed off how talent they truly are, because this movie is freaking fantastic.

I have to be honest here but I didn't know who Oscar Isaac was before watching this movie. I couple of times I heard someone brought up his name but that's it really, didn't know who he was so when I watched this movie my first thought when I saw his acting and singing was "I want to see him in more films", because this guy is just brilliant and I'm a bit disappointing of myself for not seeing his other films in the past. His character can come off a bit of a douche at times but he played the role so well and breath so much life into it that I actually liked him, all because of Oscar Isaac.

The directing and the writing by the Coen brothers and do I need say more, I'm running out of things to say about this two masters of filmmakers. The movie is was written really well and once again I'm can't find anything else to say of what I ready said before in my other past reviews. The songs in this movie are probably some of the best music I've heard in a while and it was really catcher as well.

I love the way this film looks, you know that bright, clean looking and gorgeous to look at cinematography that stands out. The cinematography in this movie is just utterly spectacular. every shot looks like it took forever to get the perfect shot and a lot of hard work went into this to get, but the people who did the cinematography in this movie pulled it off perfectly and no wonder they got a Oscar nomination for it.

My only small little nick pick with the film is the John Goodman character (Roland Turner) Now don't get me wrong I like John Goodman has a actor and as a person , but I didn't feel like he fitted in the film, that might just be me but his character just kind of show up and then goes and never brought up again.

Overall Inside Llewyn Davis is a fanatic drama peace with a lot of amazing things to experience in this film.… Expand

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ClubsocialMay 4, 2015

ore. You can tell all of her songs came from the heart. The only thing that I have to say is that I don't think "Run The World (Girls)" fits into the album AT ALL. Other than that, the album is flawle

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FiniteFreistenAug 14, 2015

it was something could change something inside of you . the music was coming up and growing up at any stage that made you even watch some scene again .
thank you coens

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DanBurritoJul 17, 2016

Bleak, soulful and powerfully acted, Inside Llewyn Davis is not only one of the Coens' best movies, it's also quite possibly the best movie of 2013. Oscar Isaac leads the cast with a performance so mesmerising, it's a mystery as to why heBleak, soulful and powerfully acted, Inside Llewyn Davis is not only one of the Coens' best movies, it's also quite possibly the best movie of 2013. Oscar Isaac leads the cast with a performance so mesmerising, it's a mystery as to why he wasn't nominated for an Oscar. The supporting cast, particularly John Goodman, also turn in fantastic performances. The production design, as one would expect from a Coens film, was amazing. There were plenty of memorable songs (my favourite being "Please, Mr. Kennedy") and great dialouge. Keep in mind, it's not always easy to watch- after all, the central theme of it is failure- but nevertheless, it's still a great movie, highly recommended to fans of the Coen Brothers' previous work.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeApr 30, 2016

Inside Llewyn Davis is a perfect example of how we take CBS Films to make Inside Llewyn Davis to make 2013 end with a lot of great movies like this one.

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MovieMasterEddyApr 3, 2016

Llewyn Davis is having a bad few days, even a bad week. Or maybe just one very bad night. As “Inside Llewyn Davis” opens, the title character, a folk singer in Greenwich Village, holds a Gaslight Cafe audience spellbound with a hushed,Llewyn Davis is having a bad few days, even a bad week. Or maybe just one very bad night. As “Inside Llewyn Davis” opens, the title character, a folk singer in Greenwich Village, holds a Gaslight Cafe audience spellbound with a hushed, perfectly studied rendition of the traditional tune “Hang Me, Oh Hang Me.” The year is 1961, when the Village folk scene was on the verge of transforming from a hermetic community of purists to a tourist destination where dilettantes could gawk at commodified Beats and their “new ethnic” successors. The adamantly uncommercial Llewyn is having none of it, preferring the scuffed patina of unassailable — and impoverished — artistic purity.

As embodied by the gifted actor and singer Oscar Isaac in a poignant, mesmerizing breakout performance, Llewyn emerges as an improbably sympathetic anti-hero in “Inside Llewyn Davis,” written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen in a tender, startlingly straight-faced departure from their established house style of cool, ironic distance. Not that they’ve entirely abandoned their signature sharp edges and jokes confected like cookies full of arsenic: “Inside Llewyn Davis” is full of lacerating, often profane speechifying, much of it darkly funny and most of it directed at the long-suffering, compulsively self-sabotaging Llewyn, who sourly returns the verbal abuse in kind.

That bitterness notwithstanding, an unmistakably forgiving, even wistful air pervades “Inside Llewyn Davis” that feels new to the Coen canon, an abiding compassion that elevates their protagonist from an object of derisive pity to an avatar — not just of his own era, but of ours. Like so many of the characters in movies this year — from Bruce Dern’s bereft retiree in “Nebraska” to Tom Hanks’s “Captain Phillips” and Robert Redford’s nameless sailor in “All Is Lost” — Llewyn Davis can see that his era is passing, threatening to make him a casualty in its inexorable wake. He’s smart enough to see that the times are a-changin’. He’s self-aware enough to know that he won’t be changing with them.

But for the few days depicted in “Inside Llewyn Davis,” he at least struggles, if not always valiantly. In a series of encounters with family, friends, ex-lovers, fellow musicians and impresarios, Llewyn — who is loosely based on the late folk singer Dave Van Ronk — is put through a classic test of character, with every impulsive choice sealing his ultimate fate. Navigating an archipelago of narrow corridors and fusty downtown couches, Llewyn argues with a sometime friend, Jean (Carey Mulligan), who with her husband, Jim (Justin Timberlake), is part of a wholesome folkie duo; he sits in on a session for a tacky novelty record called “Please Mr. Kennedy”; he alienates well-meaning Upper West Side supporters and early-music fans. He cadges a ride to Chicago, where he hopes to audition for club owner and manager Bud Grossman, tone-perfectly portrayed by F. Murray Abraham, whose pronouncement “I don’t see a lot of money here” reverberates in his empty club like the clang of a descending guillotine.

That road trip west could have been scripted by Jack Kerouac himself, Llewyn’s car mates consisting of a self-important jazz musician and pompous pontificator, played with suitably wheezy grandiosity by John Goodman, and a vaguely Neal Cassady-esque driver played by Garrett Hedlund, who conveniently played Cassady in “On the Road” just last year. (Real-life folk figures Tom Paxton, the Clancy Brothers and Peter, Paul and Mary are evoked even more explicitly in the Coens’ script.)

Throughout the journey, Llewyn keeps playing, with Isaac lending his assured, clear voice to such folk standards as “Fare Thee Well (Dink’s Song)” and “The Death of Queen Jane,” often in their gratifying entirety. (The music was arranged and produced by T Bone Burnett.) As diverting as Llewyn’s travels are, and as revelatory his encounters with the eccentrics and charismatic oddballs (we haven’t even mentioned the cat yet), it’s pure sensory pleasure that vaults “Inside Llewyn Davis” into the pantheon of great Coen Brothers movies, from Bruno Delbonnel’s wintry, desaturated cinematography to the music that rings with high, lonesome longing and regret.

“Inside Llewyn Davis” lends itself to near-endless exegesis and interpretation, from its atmospheric excavation of the insular, occasionally overlapping worlds of 1960s New York to authenticity as both fetish and Olympian ideal.

This soulful, unabashedly lyrical film is best enjoyed by sinking into it like a sweet, sad dream. When you wake up, a mythical place and time will have disappeared forever. But you’ll know that attention — briefly, beautifully — has been paid.… Expand

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alejandro970May 28, 2017

Brilliant Oscar Isaac in the shoes of a talent but hapless, pennyless and starving sort of Bob Dylan. A smart voew to world of music, particullarly the folk genre. The songs are a full delight.

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DirectorCriticsApr 15, 2017

My fave Coen brothers movie , with a great script, great characters , and great soundtrack, inside llewyn is such a beautiful film with a beautiful photography.

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LukehatJul 3, 2017

I like that there wasn't a happy ever after ending. Just a guy getting by. It wasn't that enthralling, and the music isn't for my taste, but I enjoyed seeing the story of a 'failure' as opposed to the 'hero'.

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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2017

This is a Coen movie, from everywhere you see it, it is true that they have not been so fine lately but this movie is a rebirth for them. I honestly recommend it with enthusiasm, an excellent choice any day.

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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018

i'm gonna change it, legally..

Inside Llewyn Davis

Ethan and Joel seems a bit distracted somewhere in the middle through a brief period of time but then comes back with more than anticipated and leaves you mesmerized in the end.

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Calcal18Oct 26, 2020

Nice movie, Cohen brothers are one of my favourites. Humour, touching and just all around good/fun movie

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ahmedaiman9999Apr 27, 2018

It's so funny, it's so smart, it's so profound, it's so bleak, it's a pure Coen Brothers' gem!

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GrantD243Feb 1, 2019

Inside Llewyn Davis follows a folk singer as he struggles to make it in an industry that doesn't place much value on folk singers. This film has incredible music, a great script, and next level acting. The story is relatable and sorrowful,Inside Llewyn Davis follows a folk singer as he struggles to make it in an industry that doesn't place much value on folk singers. This film has incredible music, a great script, and next level acting. The story is relatable and sorrowful, but there's also a lot of humor throughout the film as well. Unfortunately, though, the story didn't grip me quite as tightly as I was hoping. If I felt how I think I should have when the credits rolled, this would easily be one of my favorite films that I've watched in a long time. But somewhere along the way it lost my attention a little bit, and while I still enjoyed it and look forward to watching it again sometime and maybe gaining a different perspective, I don't think it's quite as good as a lot of other people say it is.… Expand

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paperaquariumSep 6, 2018

I'm a sucker for the 60s folk scene, and I actually heard the (btw excellent) soundtrack before I watched the film. Llewyn's character was very relatable, and there was a perfect balance between humour and the otherwise kinda depressingI'm a sucker for the 60s folk scene, and I actually heard the (btw excellent) soundtrack before I watched the film. Llewyn's character was very relatable, and there was a perfect balance between humour and the otherwise kinda depressing story. As expected, the Coen brothers did a great job and this is probably my second favourite of theirs behing TBL… Expand

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AkshayPrabhakarOct 31, 2018

Inside llewyn davis turns out to be the best of the visionary filmmakers Coen brothers so far. It is intentionally depressing and captivating to an extent that it leaves you with an uncomfortable numbness. gem of a movie and not to forget theInside llewyn davis turns out to be the best of the visionary filmmakers Coen brothers so far. It is intentionally depressing and captivating to an extent that it leaves you with an uncomfortable numbness. gem of a movie and not to forget the mesmerizing cinematography… Expand

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MahmusOct 3, 2019

Oscar Issac gives the best performance of his career in my personal favorite movie of all time.

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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021

First off (unsurprisingly), this film features plenty of traditional folk songs, which are quite light and pleasant, mostly uplifting and cheery in tone. Think acoustic guitar and mid-range vocals.

Colour and lighting wise, this film isFirst off (unsurprisingly), this film features plenty of traditional folk songs, which are quite light and pleasant, mostly uplifting and cheery in tone. Think acoustic guitar and mid-range vocals.

Colour and lighting wise, this film is fairly dark. I thought early on that it seemed ironic for a film about folk music to be set in such an urban setting as New York City, with the underground train system and run down housing estates (or 'condo's' as they say in the US). I liked that it clearly portrayed people wishing to be in a different neighbourhood, expressing their dreams (the American Dream of sorts, I suppose you could argue) in such an optimistic way and in doing so, gives back to the local community. It has a very 'insular' feel to it and some scenes could perhaps be seen as a bit claustrophobic, in as much as they feature very narrow walls which are dimly lit (which yes, could be seen as ironic, or coincidental).

Plot pace wise, this film has quite a slow pace, thus it won't appeal to everyone. I think it reflects the lack of direction I presume people in such neighbourhoods feel.

Content wise, there is a lot of strong language (which is barely surprising given its a Coen brothers film) and some moderate violence, plus some sex references. This film carries a 15 rating to reflect this.

As far as the genre is concerned, this film features plenty of folk music, with some poignant lyrics but I wouldn't go so far as to say that its a musical, its more of a music based slow paced, character drama.

I felt that this film covered themes such as multi-culturalism, social deprivation, abortions and general community spirit I suppose. The characters were quite interesting, so I felt anyway, such as the rather flamobyant Roland Turner, played by John Goodman. He comes across as loudmouthed and obnoxious but he has something of an intriguing side to him, as he seems to have a high social standing, or certainly he believes he does anyway. He's a bully but also somehow an intriguing character. Other characters include Jim, a friend of Llewyns, played by Justin Timberlake and Jean, played by Carey Mulligan. The title character Llewyn is played by Oscar Isaac. He comes across as quite an introvert - a reserved, fairly quiet and unassuming sort. His guitar playing is quite impressive, his personality coming across when he sings the various folk songs. I did feel sorry for his character, given his situation and what happens in the (though slow) plot. He seemed very much like an underdog character, trying to better himself. There is some relatively amusing, if but very dark and dry, comedy present in the dialogue, from time to time. There is also some poignant dialogue as well, although that is perhaps a little sparse. While this is a relatively dark film in both tone and lighting regards, the music present helps to keep it from being overly bleak somehow and I did feel that there was something of a heart to it, if that makes any sense? the characters seemed fairly believable and 'real' somehow. I'd imagine that nowadays quite a few people could relate to the characters in this tale - it felt somewhat like a moral tale, a tale of the time it was set in (the 1960s) but which is also relevant to the present day as well.

Yes I'd recommend this film, if it sounds of interest to you. Its a good music based drama film, although the plot is quite slow, so it may bore some people. The soundtrack is good and its only about an hour and 40 minutes long, so its not one of the longer films that the Coen brothers have made. This is quite a subtle film - I think thats perhaps the best way to put it(?) and as such I reckon its worth a watch.… Expand

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LucasTSSep 23, 2019

In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man living in upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery.

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hecsMay 12, 2020

An amazing movie that disects on important topics like self identify and purpose in an authentic way due to a phenomenal performance from Oscar Issac, as well as a great screenplay and amazing cinematography. Downhearted but genuine, weAn amazing movie that disects on important topics like self identify and purpose in an authentic way due to a phenomenal performance from Oscar Issac, as well as a great screenplay and amazing cinematography. Downhearted but genuine, we rarely see movies like these anymore. The Coen Brothers showing once again that they can make an amazing immersive film. This movie is as close as you can get to perfect.… Expand

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geewahJan 15, 2021

One of the Coen brothers more sombre efforts and one of their worst.
I found this a hard movie to get any sort of emotional attachment to Isaac's character and for that couldn't really care about his plight.

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NickTheCritickNov 2, 2021

One of the best Coen's brother movies in the last 10 years, if not the best. This movie about a globe trotter folk sibger is filled of melancholy, nostalgy and really good music. The movie has great shots, great editing and cinematography.One of the best Coen's brother movies in the last 10 years, if not the best. This movie about a globe trotter folk sibger is filled of melancholy, nostalgy and really good music. The movie has great shots, great editing and cinematography. This movie simply makes you breathe folk and you surely have Oscar Isaac at his best here.… Expand

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DarkwingSchmuckJul 27, 2023

A beautiful window into the folk scene of the early 60s and the life of a struggling artist, Inside Lleywn Davis is one of the Coen's most bittersweet films as it navigates through a journey of what if's and missed opportunities.

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ZappleOct 26, 2022

Excellent performances, especially Oscar Isaac who actually plays the guitar parts and sings, both very well. However, the script NEVER shows him doing anything good, considerate or successful, only a series of bad decisions and treatment ofExcellent performances, especially Oscar Isaac who actually plays the guitar parts and sings, both very well. However, the script NEVER shows him doing anything good, considerate or successful, only a series of bad decisions and treatment of other people. As a result, this film is dreary from start to depressing end.… Expand

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