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ahmedimranJan 15, 2016

This movie definitely is one out of the three best movies released in 2015. Good story different from other movies and wouldn't have been the same without Jennifer Lawrence. No one could pull of the role of Joy better than her!
The other twoThis movie definitely is one out of the three best movies released in 2015. Good story different from other movies and wouldn't have been the same without Jennifer Lawrence. No one could pull of the role of Joy better than her!
The other two best movies released in 2015 are:
Still Alice
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BrianMcCriticMay 14, 2016

This is a terrific film about the human spirit and how against all odds you can sometimes succeed. The cast are all great here especially Jennifer Lawrence who really gets you to root for this character and her never say die attitude. DavidThis is a terrific film about the human spirit and how against all odds you can sometimes succeed. The cast are all great here especially Jennifer Lawrence who really gets you to root for this character and her never say die attitude. David O'Russell does fine work again behind the camera as well. A… Expand

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Cam75Feb 1, 2016

This was a really effective infomercial. I can tell the producers definitely tried to add a bit of story and personality to provide a deeper connection between the audience and the mop, which was nice, but they do a pretty good job of justThis was a really effective infomercial. I can tell the producers definitely tried to add a bit of story and personality to provide a deeper connection between the audience and the mop, which was nice, but they do a pretty good job of just focusing on the mop itself and its many nice features. I am really looking into buying this mop but it is proving difficult to find at the 20$ price the nice blonde lady mentioned in the infomercial. Anyone know where I can order this mop?… Expand

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MC_KDec 30, 2015

《翻轉幸福》主題是一位失業的單親媽媽發明"魔術拖把" 並以最基礎的方式成功成為一位企業家的故事

劇情並沒有麻雀碰到王子變公主的故事只有只有一位女人，自行努力、想辦法、解決問題、並奮鬥向上劇中顯現出了"女人當自強"的新理念相較之下男性在片中反而顯現出男人得薄弱結婚後的紛亂、無法解決的姊妹之爭、商業上的隨意甚至故意的設計讓本劇主角更添有沒有男性卻能自己成功、找到自我、開放發明世界的風采。《翻轉幸福》主題是一位失業的單親媽媽發明"魔術拖把" 並以最基礎的方式成功成為一位企業家的故事

劇情並沒有麻雀碰到王子變公主的故事
只有只有一位女人，自行努力、想辦法、解決問題、並奮鬥向上
劇中顯現出了"女人當自強"的新理念
相較之下男性在片中反而顯現出男人得薄弱
結婚後的紛亂、無法解決的姊妹之爭、商業上的隨意甚至故意的設計
讓本劇主角更添有沒有男性卻能自己成功、找到自我、開放發明世界的風采。

劇情快速，雖片段、不完整，但我們仍然能夠看見喬伊在為了自己的事業而努力
喬伊雖表面冷酷，卻表現出了一個堅強女人的心，以及他真正心中的脆弱
當喬伊快速的想像出魔術拖把並製作出的那一刻
其實劇情就好像全部轉移到了拖把上一樣
喬伊為了拖把努力，大家為了拖把關心
甚至到了商場上的各種陰險
以及劇中各種諷刺融資模式、產權糾紛，這些感覺並不出乎意料之外的劇情顯得涼徹入骨

導演以肥皂劇交織形成出喬伊"發明"並行銷商業的精神以及決心
雖然喬伊屢次跌倒
但是也因為家人傳達得最深刻理念
雖然一度放棄
但是再爬起來，找個出口，解決辦法，這又何妨呢?
家人、朋友，永遠是最好的依靠
在愛中與苦相伴能成功不就是成功的翻轉幸福了嗎?… Expand

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dharmaApr 23, 2016

Joy is the best movie about Entrepreneurship and Family business I have ever seen. Being in one myself, it is incredibly accurate and plays along the fact that being in business is tough,and it takes a lot of smarts and endurance even toJoy is the best movie about Entrepreneurship and Family business I have ever seen. Being in one myself, it is incredibly accurate and plays along the fact that being in business is tough,and it takes a lot of smarts and endurance even to stay afloat. Joy on one hand is a perfect companion piece to The Social Network, which is essentially the new 'way' of doing business: having an online business, a great concept that attracts a lot of investors. It is generally the old fashion way: make a great product, know how to sell it and have the guts to manage your business to provide constant returns. Great...highly recommended and too bad it didn't win any Oscars during its release.… Expand

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moviescriticnetDec 28, 2015

Joy is the true story of Joy Mangano, a self-made millionaire who created her own business empire selling patented products like revolutionary mops through telemarketing. Despite how cheesy and uninteresting that sounds this is an excellentJoy is the true story of Joy Mangano, a self-made millionaire who created her own business empire selling patented products like revolutionary mops through telemarketing. Despite how cheesy and uninteresting that sounds this is an excellent movie.
First of all I never really liked most of David O. Russell's films (like Silver Linings Playbook-2012 and American Hustle-2013) but this one truly reveals Jennifer Lawrence's unique talent. She shouldn't have been nominated for Oscar for American Hustle and she shouldn't have won it for her performance in Silver Linings Playbook but in this one her undoubted talent unfolds to such an extent that I now consider her the best actress along with Charlize Theron. We can definitely say she's the next big thing in Hollywood. The story is really interesting and the film never gets tiring despite it's duration (124 mins). Not only that but it's really emotionally moving. In a nutshell you can say that it's an American dream story built through constant difficulties, a modern Cinderella story with a strong anti racist vision. All classes and races may come together and succeed if there is enough talent, confidence and persistence, that's the point of the film. Robert De Niro tries to copy himself in Meet the Fockers and Bradley Cooper is good but nothing special, like in all his movies. After all there is no reason for them to try to challenge the imposing star of Jennifer Lawrence, who really brings "Joy" to her character. Needless to say the film got nominated for two Golden Globes, Best musical/comedy and best performance by an actress.… Expand

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lukechristianscJan 12, 2016

This isn't writer-director David O. Russell's best film, but this is not terrible despite it's bland, but Russell's style is vigorous and Jennifer Lawrence's performance is peppy, together their craftsmanship is splendiferous. OriginallyThis isn't writer-director David O. Russell's best film, but this is not terrible despite it's bland, but Russell's style is vigorous and Jennifer Lawrence's performance is peppy, together their craftsmanship is splendiferous. Originally Annie Mumolo ("Bridesmaids") wrote the screenplay in 2013, so Russell signed on to direct also he selected to write the script, he didn't re-write the script, he wrote his own screenplay and Mumolo got the story credit and produced the film, for Russell got the soul screenwriting credit. Here's a fact for ya!: Kirsten Wiig almost starred in the film as "Joy" but Lawrence took her place. Jennifer Lawrence stars as Joy Mangano she is the only sensible person in the family, so she's been running around the household most of her life. Things are now complicated, her father Rudy (Robert De Niro) moves backs in to her house after his second marriage has failed, her mom Terry (Virginia Madsen) who is obsessed over soap-operas and watches TV non stop. Joy's ex husband Tony (Edgar Ramirez) lives in the basement pursuing his favorite dream about being a musician, Joy's sister (Dascha Polanco) who undermines everything she does. Joy's grandma Mimi (Diane Ladd) who's the only one who has confidence in her. Joy has an inspiration for a mop getting it on the market, so she captures the attention of Neil (Bradley Cooper), who runs a brand shopping network called QVC. Tony and her childhood friend Peggy (Elizabeth Rohm) believe in her. Dad's new girlfriend (Isabella Rossellini) invents in her mop, no one thinks she'll achieve any success. Lawrence is wonderful not only she has the star-making is great but so do the chemistry that she, Cooper, De Niro and O.Russell have together, this is the "Silver-Lining Playbook" team's third collaboration together, they all love each other on set you could also tell by Lawrence saying about director David O.Russell "I want us to be buried next to each other, I really do." O.Russell's script is bland, but I am wowed by Russell's style also Linus Sandgren's cinematography not to mention Lawrence's star-making and charisma. I also thought that the film shouldn't win best picture, but it's really a good film. Grade A… Expand

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mromalleyJan 2, 2016

I loved "Joy" -- It's wonderful. Funny, moving, incredibly well acted. Jennifer Lawrence is terrific. The script is right on the money. Beautifully directed. See it.

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Brent_MarchantDec 25, 2015

While watching this film, I couldn't help but repeatedly remark to myself, "What unusual subject matter for a movie." To make such a movie work, though, it has to fire on all cylinders, which it unfortunately does not. The movie works in aWhile watching this film, I couldn't help but repeatedly remark to myself, "What unusual subject matter for a movie." To make such a movie work, though, it has to fire on all cylinders, which it unfortunately does not. The movie works in a number of ways (acting, casting, inspirational themes) but drops the ball in others (writing, pacing, staying on point). Had the script and film editing gone through some additional tweaking, this might have been a truly terrific movie, but, as it stands now, it's merely above average. With that said, however, be sure to give sufficient props to Jennifer Lawrence, Isabella Rossellini and Virginia Madsen for great acting turns in their respective performances.… Expand

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ledaumasDec 27, 2015

We absolutely loved the story and how the story was told. The kooky characters reminded us of certain people in our own family and how people turn to the strong one in the family. Critics don't know what they're talking about because we foundWe absolutely loved the story and how the story was told. The kooky characters reminded us of certain people in our own family and how people turn to the strong one in the family. Critics don't know what they're talking about because we found the movie to be highly entertaining and inspirational.… Expand

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ScribeHardDec 28, 2015

With Joy, Russell and Lawrence (and Cooper) ascend to another level as creative collaborators. Unlike their mixed previous efforts, this film transports the viewer to a destination that cannot be defined by tics, tunes, or tailors. It’s aWith Joy, Russell and Lawrence (and Cooper) ascend to another level as creative collaborators. Unlike their mixed previous efforts, this film transports the viewer to a destination that cannot be defined by tics, tunes, or tailors. It’s a destination that can only be measured by the trial, error, success, defeat, and perseverance it takes to survive there – a survival celebrated by the defiant display of the scars earned along the way.… Expand

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TheKavehJDec 27, 2015

Walking into Joy, I had very low expectations. But once the film actually starts, all your doubts about the movie vanish. Once again, David O. Russell and Jennifer Lawrence deliver a film that could easily place as one of the best films of 2015.

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CaliColoradoMar 27, 2016

This movie was excellent. Jennifer Lawrence was excellent in it (she provided a great acting performance). Joy... is filled with pain and overcoming. It's a very inspiring movie to say the least. I highly recommend this sad but beautifulThis movie was excellent. Jennifer Lawrence was excellent in it (she provided a great acting performance). Joy... is filled with pain and overcoming. It's a very inspiring movie to say the least. I highly recommend this sad but beautiful story of the American Dream. It's family, insanity, ruthless business dealings, corrupt people, shameless individuals and it's ...greatness. It's wonderment and Joy... it's educational, relational, hardship and celebration. It's a movie with heart ...it's loss and it's victory (it's the showcase of a woman's will).… Expand

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Thomas94Apr 30, 2016

I think it's an underrated and under appreciated movie I personally LOVED, like all David O. Russell's previous movies. Russell's vision and the idea of taking something as simple as a mop and use it to tell a story about success, exploringI think it's an underrated and under appreciated movie I personally LOVED, like all David O. Russell's previous movies. Russell's vision and the idea of taking something as simple as a mop and use it to tell a story about success, exploring all the aspects that come with it, it's brilliant. Jennifer Lawrence once again delivers an Oscar-worthy performance which was the highlight of the movie and Bradley Cooper is very good. It was nice to see them in this employer-employee working relationship, unlike their previous collaborations. One may critique O. Russell's extravagant and original execution but I feel like this movie will be appreciated more in time for the little gem it really is and the important, powerful messages at its core regarding life, business, success and women's strength, the strength of motherhood.… Expand

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jblum1998May 13, 2016

Though it may be too slow for many, Joy is beautifully shot and wonderfully cast with a very believable script that in no way turns over-used! It may not be for everyone, but it is an inspirational story of one person's struggles andThough it may be too slow for many, Joy is beautifully shot and wonderfully cast with a very believable script that in no way turns over-used! It may not be for everyone, but it is an inspirational story of one person's struggles and successes in running their own business.… Expand

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moviemitch96Dec 25, 2015

I'm always a sucker for any of David O. Russell's films, especially his past couple of collaborations with Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, etc. So I was really looking forward to seeing this, and I must say that I foundI'm always a sucker for any of David O. Russell's films, especially his past couple of collaborations with Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, etc. So I was really looking forward to seeing this, and I must say that I found this film much more enjoyable than the critics would have you believe. Yes, it's a bit underwhelming compared to O. Russell's last two films, Silver Linings Playbook and American Hustle, but I still really enjoyed it and was entertained overall. Lawrence delivers another headstrong performance. Supporting men, De Niro and Cooper also give worthwhile performances. Overall, I'd say that it's definitely an entertaining and worthwhile film, especially if you're fan of O. Russell or any of his previous films, and also if you want to see him direct Jennifer Lawrence to another great performance.… Expand

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what2cDec 25, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My first ever review is happening here and now because I really liked Joy and want people to see it. Because it's funny. The crazy assortment of characters in Joy's family are just a hoot. And since they stand in her way more often than they help her, they give Joy even more obstacles to overcome. But most of all because Joy is inspiring. You want to see her succeed and you don't know how she's going to pull it off, so the suspense carries you along. In addition to a terrific Jennifer Lawrence, De Niro, Rossellini, Virginia Madsen, Edgar Ramirez are all wonderful to watch. If you're looking for some laughs and some uplift to sweep you into the new year, this is definitely one film to catch.… Expand

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ScraperFeb 13, 2017

Though it takes a while to get to the heart, Joy delivers with swells of emotion. Lawrence plays the part of entrepreneur with steely resolve, going to low lows and high highs. After it gets off the ground, portraying the complicated life ofThough it takes a while to get to the heart, Joy delivers with swells of emotion. Lawrence plays the part of entrepreneur with steely resolve, going to low lows and high highs. After it gets off the ground, portraying the complicated life of a divorced mother with children, the picture strives to drive home the point of an indomitable spirit. The low-scoring critics seem to have more questions of the story as a whole as if they're upset that this semi-biopic isn't a novel they can study. But I found myself on board, delighted with the unique scenarios and the unlikely subject material that landed plausibly.… Expand

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beingryanjudeJan 2, 2016

In another collaboration with his muse, David O. Russell offers a unique look at a unique story. Despite another formidable performance from Jennifer Lawrence, JOY misses some of that flair seen in Russell's other productions. Still, theIn another collaboration with his muse, David O. Russell offers a unique look at a unique story. Despite another formidable performance from Jennifer Lawrence, JOY misses some of that flair seen in Russell's other productions. Still, the film’s atmosphere is enough to make this life’s journey an enjoyable one.… Expand

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Trev29Dec 27, 2015

Joy is enjoyable and moves with ease under David O's direction. It isn't among his best work, but is still a nice story with yet another very strong performance by Jennifer Lawrence at the center of it.

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Jack97May 6, 2016

If you've known someone who's been in debt and unable to pay and provide for their family then you'll connect with Joy. I felt sorry for her in her lowest moments and Jennifer Lawrence was really good in the role.

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LeZeeJun 14, 2016

A small accident can lead to a great achievement, but difficult path is certain.

It is a semi-biographical film about a person who invented a modern hygienic mop. So all the depicted events and characters were partially real, but for theA small accident can lead to a great achievement, but difficult path is certain.

It is a semi-biographical film about a person who invented a modern hygienic mop. So all the depicted events and characters were partially real, but for the cinematic reason they have been fairly altered for a good outcome. And yes, I loved it. A very inspiring film among all the Oscars nominees this year. In some way I also felt Jennifer Lawrence should have got the award for her fine character display.

Honestly, I was not interested in this, so I wanted to get over it silently as soon as possible. But I ended up enjoying a lot and instantly it became one of my favourites of the 2015. What I expected after watching its trailer was like I judged it by its cover. As I hesitated in the earlier, but strangely now I'm recommending it to all.

The story of a woman who grew up listening her grandmother's motivational speeches. But realises the life is tougher than she thought and making a living is very competitive. After so many struggles in the life, she finally invents something that changes her and her family fortune forever. But like any new initiative does face, the problems arise and how she is going to fix them is what the remaining film narrates.

A very interesting film in the perspective of the career option. Forget the doctors, engineers, lawyers and those who're settled in their lives with a good job in hand that pays big, but there are billions of people, to them it will definitely serve as an inspiration to ignite their future.

The rating for this looks like a fair value, but still a very underrated film everywhere. Amazing actors, a little funny and a little emotional, but a very impressive film directed by the one who bought the Oscars to Jennifer Lawrence for their earlier venture together. I don't know what's between her and Bradley Cooper, but looks like their onscreen chemistry is doing something big impact. This is their's fourth project together and second with the director, so I hope they do more in the future as well. This is really a wonderful film, so don't miss it.

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BradySmithMay 18, 2016

Joy is an overall decent movie that starts out sort of badly. The first portion of the film is lively and well shot but oddly uninteresting. Once the mop comes into the film though, the movie begins to take off. From that point on the movieJoy is an overall decent movie that starts out sort of badly. The first portion of the film is lively and well shot but oddly uninteresting. Once the mop comes into the film though, the movie begins to take off. From that point on the movie is almost never less than solid and occasionally more. You really do root for Joy to succeed and become frustrated at the obstacles set in her way. Lawrence gives a decently engaging performance ,although it's not her career best in my opinion. It's not nearly as consistent as American Hustle or Silver Linings Playbook which were both invigorating their entire runtimes and some of the best movies of the past decade but it's still worth watching if you accept that it takes a while to cohere into an interesting story.… Expand

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HealingToolbox1Jun 19, 2016

Except for the one 100 professional review, I'm amazed at the other pro reviews. Wha' hoppen??? This is the most beliveable story of feminine self-empowerment based on character within my memory. This is the most emotionally layered movieExcept for the one 100 professional review, I'm amazed at the other pro reviews. Wha' hoppen??? This is the most beliveable story of feminine self-empowerment based on character within my memory. This is the most emotionally layered movie since Silver Linings Playbook in my memory and this is better, as other reviewers suggest. These are two or three of the best-written female roles in years.

Hmm I notice 95% of the professional reviewers are male. Not all the female reviewers praised it tho. One did: Lawrence is gritty, real and totally genuine. And, after ‘Brooklyn’ and ‘Carol’, here’s another film that passes the Bechdel Test for [authentic] female characters with flying colours.… Expand

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NerdConsultantJan 5, 2016

Joy is a well made film if you look at it purely as a charter piece mainly because of Jennifer Laurence's performance which is the best part of the film. however it does kind of fall down when you look at it any other way and the last thirdJoy is a well made film if you look at it purely as a charter piece mainly because of Jennifer Laurence's performance which is the best part of the film. however it does kind of fall down when you look at it any other way and the last third of the movie has pacing issues however it's not enough for me to dislike the film because this was much better than i was expecting it to be… Expand

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MadMaxFuryRoadJun 5, 2016

Joy is better than I expected and I honestly wasn't expecting much. The plot itself was kind of boring, I must admit, but the powerful performance given by,Jennifer Lawrence made me care for Joy and feel sad for her. Bradley Cooper is like inJoy is better than I expected and I honestly wasn't expecting much. The plot itself was kind of boring, I must admit, but the powerful performance given by,Jennifer Lawrence made me care for Joy and feel sad for her. Bradley Cooper is like in almost every Jennifer Lawrence drama movie but in this film, he did a really good job and I actually understood his part in the film. It's based on a true story so it might be boring plot wise, but I was entertainined at some of the scenes. I felt the director did a very great job especially in the scenes in where there was silence and Joy was angry because I could feel some of the tension. Solid movie that has a powerful message. (73/100)… Expand

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raultrivinoJan 23, 2016

Pues es la típica historia de que todos los sueños se pueden cumplir en Estados Unidos, contada con el contraste de la dura realidad y el drama de telenovela, sin embargo aunque las actuaciones son buenas y creíbles pues no me conectó, no sePues es la típica historia de que todos los sueños se pueden cumplir en Estados Unidos, contada con el contraste de la dura realidad y el drama de telenovela, sin embargo aunque las actuaciones son buenas y creíbles pues no me conectó, no se si quedé con la impresión a que Jennifer Lawrence no me cuadró para un papel de una mujer mucho mayor a ella, o el hecho que de que le falto algo más de emosión o sentimiento.… Expand

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NikitaBrandtJan 3, 2016

First of all the film should be divided into three factors: the script, the acting and the work of the director. We all know awesome director abilities of David O Russell so with the performance of Jennifer Lawrence, Robert de Niro andFirst of all the film should be divided into three factors: the script, the acting and the work of the director. We all know awesome director abilities of David O Russell so with the performance of Jennifer Lawrence, Robert de Niro and Bradley Cooper. But why there're so lots bat marks? Disastrous scenario. As it turned out, David is very bad writer of screenplays. We could see the same picture in the film Siren and patly American hustle (but there David worked on the script itself is not).
So in this heap we have an excellent job of director. Good performance of the actors, but the fluttering script.… Expand

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gemmapartlowAug 6, 2016

The relationship dynamics in this movie are different, and it is obvious from the start. Tony (Edgar Ramirez) is Joy's ex-husband who lives in the basement and has an undying loyalty to her; Mom is obsessed with relating to life through soapThe relationship dynamics in this movie are different, and it is obvious from the start. Tony (Edgar Ramirez) is Joy's ex-husband who lives in the basement and has an undying loyalty to her; Mom is obsessed with relating to life through soap operas; Her Dad (Robert DeNiro) has a new girlfriend who returns him to his family ("You can have him back, Terry, I don't want him anymore").

Joy has a unique tenacity about her, which I quickly labeled as inspiring. I cried when she encountered problems with her business idea, and I was hurt when she turned disappointment into a lecture to her daughter. After you are done watching the movie, take a couple of minutes to view the trailer again because it will bring together some of the more touching underpinnings of love and insanity together very nicely.… Expand

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Jaredc324Dec 17, 2019

Joy is flush with cinematic freshness and magic as it's keen impression leaves you with the inspiration & perspiration to go and live out your life with confidence. Joy blushes with the strongest of lights and easily ranks as one of the bestJoy is flush with cinematic freshness and magic as it's keen impression leaves you with the inspiration & perspiration to go and live out your life with confidence. Joy blushes with the strongest of lights and easily ranks as one of the best movies of the year.… Expand

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LucaCriticsMar 28, 2020

Joy Movie Review 8/10
This one is such an interesting movie, i really loved the plot. I fell in love with the characters too. Very good movie.

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NickLikesMoviesDec 31, 2015

While not as good as David O. Russell's previous films, Joy is still worth watching for Jennifer Lawrence's great performance and some lovely, well-written scenes.

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