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paulwxsDec 14, 2019

A realidade nua e crua de um divórcio representada com extrema delicadeza. A fotografia é bem simplista, o que faz o espectador emergir no sentimentos dos personagens; brilhantemente interpretados, o filme não seria a obra que é sem ScarlletA realidade nua e crua de um divórcio representada com extrema delicadeza. A fotografia é bem simplista, o que faz o espectador emergir no sentimentos dos personagens; brilhantemente interpretados, o filme não seria a obra que é sem Scarllet e Adam.… Expand

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firstloveNov 6, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is there anything new about this story?
The cliches of divorce So Adam's song resonates empty...
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MurrayT57Dec 12, 2019

If this movie is nominated for anything, it should be for the most boring movie of the year.

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gcatharinoDec 12, 2019

The movie seems to be running on stage, like Broadway. Great acting in long and tense scenes, a very good screenplay and a some comic relief for a solid drama movie. Top 3 in 2019.

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theredskyDec 11, 2019

Wow. What a great story about relationships and the beginnings and endings of them. Marriage Story is a flawless, heartbreaking story led by two of some of the best performances of the year. Adam Driver is phenomenal. Most people know himWow. What a great story about relationships and the beginnings and endings of them. Marriage Story is a flawless, heartbreaking story led by two of some of the best performances of the year. Adam Driver is phenomenal. Most people know him from the new Star Wars Trilogy but people should really see some of his other films. He usually does a great job but in this film, he is 100% dedicated to the role. They are certain scenes in the film where it doesn’t feel like he is acting. It feels as if he is actually this character and going through all of these troubles. He puts so much emotion into his performance that it is heartbreaking yet mesmerizing. Scarlett Johansson gives yet again another fantastic performance. While her performance isn’t as mesmerizing as Driver’s performance, it’s still perfect. She also conveys a huge amount of emotion with her role but adds a slightly more comedic and relaxed atmosphere to Driver’s serious and hardworking atmosphere. Both actors play off each other perfectly, even in scenes where their characters are fighting with each other. Every other performance in the film is pretty great, especially from Laura Dern. The script for Marriage Story is fantastic. It compliments the performances and feels very natural. It knows how much the characters need to say to get a point across or when to restrict them. The music and cinematography are great. The music is done by Randy Newman (Toy Story) and fits the depressing tone the film is going for. The film makes the good choice of not using music during certain dramatic scenes which helps make those scenes more emotional. The cinematography isn’t groundbreaking by any means but there are a lot of beautiful shots. Towards the beginning of the movie, there is a 5 minute uncut shot of Scarlett Johansson talking about why she stopped being in love with Adam Driver’s character and it’s great. There is one sequence in the film that is perfectly shot, acted, and scripted and it’s the argument scene. I felt sad and a smidge emotional for the characters throughout the film but this one scene made me feel a whole lot. It’s one of the best scenes in cinema this year. Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson completely disappear in this scene. It doesn’t feel like acting. It feels like the filmmakers just filmed real people breaking apart. The emotion displayed in this one scene is off the charts. It cemented for me that Adam Driver is a masterclass actor that people should pay more attention to besides being known as “the guy from Star Wars”. The rest of the film has its emotional moments but they don’t top that scene. The film’s plot is pretty straightforward but the way the characters interact makes the film feel unpredictable. Noah Baumbach used his direction to make a straightforward story feel unique. I’m going to start paying more attention to Baumbach from here on out. Overall, Marriage Story is a fantastic film about relationships and divorce with some of the best performances of the year, an outstanding screenplay, unique direction, and some great cinematography and music.… Expand

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bigmoDec 10, 2019

I love this movie because it was fantastic and interesting and very scary when i watched it and it was kind of a chickflick because it was so girly

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GapingVagetaDec 9, 2019

Wonderfully written with superb acting. Unexpectedly funny in all the right places.

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StephenCromeDec 9, 2019

Last night I watched the first twenty minutes of Marriage Story. I love everyone involved in the movie so expectations were very high. But immediately, (IMMEDIATELY) the intrusive, BUSY musical score started to drive a nail into my head. HereLast night I watched the first twenty minutes of Marriage Story. I love everyone involved in the movie so expectations were very high. But immediately, (IMMEDIATELY) the intrusive, BUSY musical score started to drive a nail into my head. Here were two monologues; letters written by the lead characters about each other. They were smart (if a little precious) and heartfelt and full of nice details. However, the entire time Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson were speaking, this wall to wall orchestra kept sawing away, frolicking and gamboling like a Rossini overture underlining the moments with 'whimsy' and the promise of 'heartache.' Like a bright yellow highlight pen, the music left no room for independent thought: I was being told exactly how to feel about every second. But I got through the opening bits; although I didn't quite buy any of the director/actor theatre scenes- Why is that no one ever seems to be able to capture the truth of what it's like to do small theatre? Those ridiculous rehearsal scenes were painful in their ostentatious inauthenticity...and don't get me started on the actual performance of the play. It was almost exactly like that old SNL sketch "Bad Conceptual Theatre" - If only Dan Aykroyd had stepped out as Leonard Pinth Garnell to give a review - Even more hilarious was the discovery in a later scene that this awful slice of "high art" was slated for Broadway. In what universe? But I stuck with it until the scene where Scarlett Johansson reminds her husband that she finds it difficult to cry onstage only to walk into her bedroom and burst into tears. This is a moment that should've wrecked me. It's beautifully set up, and would have been totally unexpected and rending. But at she walks through the hallway towards her bedroom, the score whips up into a Soap Opera ready string-filled cry of anguish so generic it could have been used for that old Carol Burnett sketch As The Stomach Turns. The camera pulls in to show Scarlett's tear-filled face - but any empathy is immediately sucker-punched to the ground by the hideously OVER THE TOP music.

Cut to: this morning as I scanned through the Golden Globe Nominations. Not only is that exercise in bathos and banality actually nominated for Best Original Score... It was written by none other than Randy Newman. Bummer.

If I make it through the movie it will be with the sound off and the subtitles on. I like to decide how I feel about things. I don't need to be smothered in kisses to know I am loved. And I don't need to be swaddled in a treacly, syrupy, honey-laden, jokey, telegraphing soundscape in order to understand that sadness or joy are on display. I'm pretty sure I'm smarter than that. My CATS are definitely smarter than that. It's no coincidence that Bennett coughed up three yards of hairball during the first thirty seconds of the movie.… Expand

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Bowman210Dec 9, 2019

This will be a short review but I felt like I needed to get a review in for this amazing movie. This movie gave me the feelings of divorce and stubbornness that I have not went through yet in my life but I could see and feel so clearly in theThis will be a short review but I felt like I needed to get a review in for this amazing movie. This movie gave me the feelings of divorce and stubbornness that I have not went through yet in my life but I could see and feel so clearly in the movie. The characters played by Scarlett and Adam seemed perfect couple at first glance, then you dive into the relationship and see the cracks within. Throughout the movie I felt for Adams's character most of the time, feeling like Scarlett's just wanted to run away from a great family life in NY. After seeing her point of view and her family situations, I could totally understand why she felt so entrapped and needed to spread her wings and make decisions because she wanted to and wanted to feel in control. The ending makes it all feel so streamlined and connects back with the start of the film in a good way showing that maybe if she read her letter, all of this could of been fixed. The acting is what makes this movie and I have to say that is some of the best acting Ive seen in the big fight scene between the ex-couple. Great movie that makes you feel what the characters are feeling throughout the movie without saying it word for word explaining the emotions.… Expand

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NightKingArmyDec 9, 2019

Except from Adam & Scar Jo (10 min Oscar-Worthy Performance), this movie is absolutely pointless & mediocre.Waste of time.One of the most Overrated & Overhyped movie of 2019.

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abrendeDec 9, 2019

The music score carries you through all the complex emotions of this film. Top notch acting performances by Scarlett and Adam.

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JamesBurtonDec 9, 2019

One of the greatest films of all time. It is clear to the viewer that the story was very close to Noah Baumbach's heart, and that he directed in meticulously to perfection. The performances by Driver, Johansson, and Dern are incredible withOne of the greatest films of all time. It is clear to the viewer that the story was very close to Noah Baumbach's heart, and that he directed in meticulously to perfection. The performances by Driver, Johansson, and Dern are incredible with all three of them having some of their greatest performances of their careers.… Expand

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asad5566Dec 9, 2019

Great movie with best actors .i love it.
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dpoveda02Dec 9, 2019

Magnifico Scarlett Johansson y Adam Driver merecen la nominación y hasta ganar el Oscar por esta película de Noah Baumbach que en dirección es magnifico y guion extraordinario la ame Una verdadera joya de Netflix, Terminando está década

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AncientAmberDec 8, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The performances of the two leads in this film are virtuosic. We've always known ScarJo is an excellent actress but I think this is her peak so far. Many times the actors portray the subtext of a conversation or half-hidden feelings in a more true-to-life manner than I've seen almost anywhere else; so that we feel as though we are on the titanic, watching an iceberg emerge from the darkness with dread inevitability. When those feelings do come to the surface, it is with simultaneous relief and crushing loss.

I often found myself thinking that the marriage could have been saved and that is why this only gets a 9. I wasn't sold on the idea that their marriage was that bad. This is either the fault of the writer for not conveying the misery of the marriage (although one could argue that this is outside the scope of the film, and the viewer is simply to take this for granted), or due to the selfishness of either one or both of the characters. The fact that I don't know which of these is the cause is either a minor stroke of genius or a minor annoyance, hence the -1. Being a romantic, I found the film quite wrenching. I recommend it to all who enjoy good acting and being put through the wringer. Some films hurt-so-good, but this one kinda just hurts.… Expand

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ValBalDec 8, 2019

Well crafted story about the complexity of relationships during a very difficult time. Everyone in the film is amazing but I must say I am seriously considering re-watching the movie, even though I've just seen it, just so I could see AdamWell crafted story about the complexity of relationships during a very difficult time. Everyone in the film is amazing but I must say I am seriously considering re-watching the movie, even though I've just seen it, just so I could see Adam Driver again. His performance in this movie is absolutely phenomenal.… Expand

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TVJerryDec 8, 2019

Adam Driver plays a promising New York theatre director and Scarlett Johansson is his actor/wife. When she gets an offer to work in LA, it makes their impending separation much more stressful. There's more focus on the husband, perhapsAdam Driver plays a promising New York theatre director and Scarlett Johansson is his actor/wife. When she gets an offer to work in LA, it makes their impending separation much more stressful. There's more focus on the husband, perhaps because his situation is more disruptive or because writer/director Noah Baumbach based this on his own experience. As a result, Driver is given the bulk of the heavy lifting and his character's dilemma (and his performance) is absolutely heart breaking. Johansson also does a fine job, along with a wonderful supporting cast, esp. Laura Dern and Alan Alda. It's good that they both play their attorneys, because the legal angles tend to drag down the emotional development. As their young son, Azhy Robertson is exceptionally natural. The film is slightly longer than it needed to be, but the subtle, excellent performances and Baumbach's skilled observations combine to create an affecting examination of the pains of divorce.… Expand

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ThejaywhipDec 8, 2019

The term overrated definitely comes to mind. Besides Adam Driver's performance this is a mediocre movie at best. They are getting a divorce, we get it. It's frustrating and painful to watch like nails on a chalkboard. Yet doesn't have much toThe term overrated definitely comes to mind. Besides Adam Driver's performance this is a mediocre movie at best. They are getting a divorce, we get it. It's frustrating and painful to watch like nails on a chalkboard. Yet doesn't have much to say other than our laws and process for divorce are terrible. It's quite disgusting how the process typically plays out in these cases.… Expand

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Adriano12GADec 8, 2019

SCARLETT & ADAN give us magnificent perfomances that make us to be focus on the Screen and to don't miss any Shot!!! Monologues in this Film are really well filmed and acted, The long shots are delicious, very memmorable and enjoyable movie.SCARLETT & ADAN give us magnificent perfomances that make us to be focus on the Screen and to don't miss any Shot!!! Monologues in this Film are really well filmed and acted, The long shots are delicious, very memmorable and enjoyable movie.

I'm sure we will see Starring actors ADAM and SCARLETT in the Awards season next year.… Expand

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atakanovskiDec 8, 2019

Ne yazsam bilemedim, övülecek o kadar çok şeyi var ki, başyapıt olmuş, oscarları toplar gibime geliyor.

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Faizannaeem71Dec 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Never seen such an enduring and beautiful film, since Kramer vs. Kramer and A Separation on divorce drama. Everything about MS is breathtaking, the film is as perfect as it can come close to anything being perfect. A job well done by all of the crew - directing, acting, writing, music, and technical aspects of MS is just matchless, Noah has topped Woody Allen on such films.… Expand

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ThatFilmGuy20Dec 7, 2019

"Marriage story" is a true description of married life is all about, the good parts and bad ones alike, Noah Baumbach the director is a master at capturing dialogues realistically and naturally, thus helping the narrative to have a sort of"Marriage story" is a true description of married life is all about, the good parts and bad ones alike, Noah Baumbach the director is a master at capturing dialogues realistically and naturally, thus helping the narrative to have a sort of essence that's very undeniable and very gripping, the words just flow effortlessly in a way that makes you so invested in what's being said, there's waste in scenes, everything means something and ultimately affects the surroundings, very much like life itself, it is extremely refreshing to be a witness of that. Having said all of that, the story itself is very poignant and it feels like that as well, as we are presented with a situation no one wants to be in, it's a back and forth of pain and pleasure that goes a long way at times, "Johanson" opposite "Driver" is a sight to behold, their interactions are pure and honest but more importantly real, you don't get to take sides in their problem as well as they both make a good case and put forth good arguments to their difficulties, one other thing I noticed is that it invites you to understand but never forces you to accept it in any way, all of this comes together to describe or at least try to understand the intricacies of a loving marriage. After the credit rolled out, I found myself clapping at the screen almost involuntary, it sparked a reaction out of me, arguably Johanson and Driver best performances to date and I hope they get rewarded for it, This is original filmmaking at its finest, outstanding and brilliant film and I very much loved it.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantDec 7, 2019

While some have somewhat correctly said that this film covers ground that's been addressed before and that it occasionally tends to play like both a therapy session and a legal consult, writer-director Noah Baumbach's latest neverthelessWhile some have somewhat correctly said that this film covers ground that's been addressed before and that it occasionally tends to play like both a therapy session and a legal consult, writer-director Noah Baumbach's latest nevertheless offers viewers an engaging mix of heartache and humor, showing the pain and utter absurdity that goes into the dissolution of a marriage. The truly superb ensemble cast, with excellent performances by Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Ray Liotta, Julie Hagerty, Alan Alda and, especially, Laura Dern, coupled with a razor-sharp script, makes for a dynamite combination that reaches out, grabs and holds audience attention from beginning to end. Arguably Baumbach's best film, this offering is more than deserving of all the praise that it has rightfully had heaped upon it. You'll laugh, you might cry and you'll definitely feel the heart strings tugged with this one, but the picture assuredly earns the reactions it evokes. Go see it in the theater or catch it on Netflix.… Expand

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gustavoriquelmeDec 7, 2019

Marriage Story is the amazing combination of a good direction and incredible performances in a heartbreaking plot. A must-see, definitely one of the best films of 2019.

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ScraperDec 7, 2019

An intimate and well-acted film about a journey from marriage to divorce that isn't really more than a high-end documentary. Marriage Story aspires to show the viewer the real emotions and situations of what can actually happens in divorce soAn intimate and well-acted film about a journey from marriage to divorce that isn't really more than a high-end documentary. Marriage Story aspires to show the viewer the real emotions and situations of what can actually happens in divorce so you're not going to get a plot twist. The movie essentially sides with the wife as they add the unforgivable bombshell that he has cheated on her. It also never lets him respond to the allegations that he is a smothering, self-involved idiot. She is portrayed as completely justified in blowing up the marriage and dude has to suck on the pain.

It's mostly depressing. Any joy or comedy is quickly snuffed out with a new sorrowful revelation. Marriage Story revolves around the emotions and I cannot help but forever process the reasons and details which seemed one-sided and flaky.… Expand

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wevertonaguiiarDec 7, 2019

Um dos principais problemas do filme está direção: os planos escolhidos não fazem sentido para as cenas e constantemente deixar a cena no rosto de um personagem se torna cansativo; este elemento só funciona quando é pontual e o elenco estáUm dos principais problemas do filme está direção: os planos escolhidos não fazem sentido para as cenas e constantemente deixar a cena no rosto de um personagem se torna cansativo; este elemento só funciona quando é pontual e o elenco está perfeito... O elenco aqui é bom, mas não o suficiente. Em alguns momentos os dialogos entre o casal parecem desconectados com a própria; parecem falas jogadas no ar e que não demonstram uma construção plausível e orgânica.… Expand

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ismacinefiloDec 7, 2019

Amazing movie. A must watch for everybody who had live a long relationship.

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MattyiceDec 6, 2019

Marriage Story is a haunting and powerful look into divorce, love, and the human experience of balancing family and career. Noah Baumbach's direction is spectacular, while all the performances (specifically Driver's though) are superb. TheMarriage Story is a haunting and powerful look into divorce, love, and the human experience of balancing family and career. Noah Baumbach's direction is spectacular, while all the performances (specifically Driver's though) are superb. The story this film tells is heartfelt and truly relatable to anyone who lost any kind of love at any point in their life and even more so for those who've experienced a divorce firsthand. I was left with teary eyes by the end and although some are unsatisfied with the ending, I feel it was rather cathartic and human, as things cannot be wrapped up in a neat bow in life. I was amazed by Marriage Story and I certainly hope it gets the credit it so rightfully deserves come awards season.… Expand

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ger89Dec 6, 2019

Historia de un matrimonio es una película divertida, y con cierto aire de suspenso, que gira en torno a un matrimonio muerto, pero vivo en potencia como carga emocional. La posibilidad de entendimiento, y la cuestión de lo masculino yHistoria de un matrimonio es una película divertida, y con cierto aire de suspenso, que gira en torno a un matrimonio muerto, pero vivo en potencia como carga emocional. La posibilidad de entendimiento, y la cuestión de lo masculino y femenino, aparece en toda la película y recorre sus fronteras del drama… Expand

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kmac73Dec 6, 2019

Outstanding. Go ahead and give the Oscars to both Driver and Johansson. Best domestic film of the year.

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JLuis_001Dec 6, 2019

I will not be the person who says that this is a bad film because it's not but apparently many people forgot that Kramer vs. Kramer exists and it's actually better.
I mean it's funny because when I read about Marriage Story and watched theI will not be the person who says that this is a bad film because it's not but apparently many people forgot that Kramer vs. Kramer exists and it's actually better.
I mean it's funny because when I read about Marriage Story and watched the trailers, Kramer vs. Kramer was the first movie I thought of.

Does that mean Marriage Story lacks originality? No, but that's mainly due to the fact that the root of its story is centered on gender imbalance.
The recurring case in couples of: what I do became less important than what you do and it's quite evident that this is the main reason for the separation the film tolds. Maybe other things did their harm but that's the key point.

The thing is the film walks again and again on that line without achieving a more interesting balance and especially for the little that both characters grow during their hard journey. Especially Charlie, Adam Driver's character. Ironically, although it seems that Baumbach wanted to show more balance between both sides, he does not succeed, especially because even though he allows Nicole (Scarlett Johansson) to express her frustrations at the same time as her personal and professional ambitions beyond her family life, when the time comes for the court fights, Baumbach turns Nicole's voice in court into a kind of villain. Her lawyer, which is ironic because her lawyer is someone who is really understanding what Nicole is expressing.
I always felt the film was more inclined towards Charlie's side. For the rest, well I can say that I don't deny that both Driver and Johansson's performances are pretty good and I certainly believe that they will get into the Oscar nominations but their work is not really the reflection of the background of their characters or the story for that matter, because as I said, this film is not bad at all but its strengths lie in updating the subject in our times, nothing more, yet something like divorce we know that not only encompasses the issues we see here.

This was a really good film to close this year and another success for Netflix and its catalog but honestly I keep saying that Baumbach is credited with merits that I simply do not see in him.… Expand

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amheretojudgeDec 6, 2019

Noah had me choked up for the entire runtime of his thundering masterpiece. This profound experience is so rare, that it has happened to me only once. In Marriage Story.

Marriage Story The writer and director, Noah Baumbach is spewing love.Noah had me choked up for the entire runtime of his thundering masterpiece. This profound experience is so rare, that it has happened to me only once. In Marriage Story.

Marriage Story

The writer and director, Noah Baumbach is spewing love. Not the usual way of expressing. But then, miscommunication is a major factor in this film. He is sugar-coating or bitter-coating a love story, by deconstructing, reverse-engineering a love story. Although that is what it seems at first. The film, above all, wonder me the most, is when it balances both sides of the coin. Every now and then, I think about what happened, why we are here, just as those characters do. It all makes sense and nothing fits despite the description, the definition. And still you don't feel cheated. And Noah dodged that bullet so effortlessly that you- at certain points in the film, even when there is no particularly emotional hurdle to cross- melt with a cathartic smile and tears, in its simple wittiness. The film deliberately follows Adam Driver's perspective. Now, that is a perfect choice, considering he "is walking on" something that he doesn't fully understand, just like us, the audience. Hence, he comes off warm and even pitiful at times, more than he actually might be or should. For following Scarlett Johanson would have come off calculative rather than spontaneous. Not something that the film wants to put out. It is vulnerable phenomena to be in. And to experience it, you should be out of control. Desperation is what drives the greed. And greed, something you keep it off the table from Day 1, is what it will come to. Not materialistic but philosophical. You'd want to be how you think of yourself to be. And in these scenarios where you are highly conscious of your decisions and acts. Legacy (Henry, in their case) is what you hold on to or at least fight for, now that you are sober.… Expand

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carldamnitDec 6, 2019

There's still an hour and thirty minutes left but I'm here because I feel sad in my not liking this so far. So thumbs down away! I was excited to see this because of the trailer, but I'm pretty sure everything in the trailer has alreadyThere's still an hour and thirty minutes left but I'm here because I feel sad in my not liking this so far. So thumbs down away! I was excited to see this because of the trailer, but I'm pretty sure everything in the trailer has already happened and now it's like this, people saying how they feel like it's interesting when it's not. I can't pay attention to anything they're saying, I just keep thinking: straight people problems. I was worried this might happen, seeing how I hate straight people. But I definitely hate these straight people. Spoiler alert! Her mom's exhusband is not only gay, she caught him blowing a guy, which is an example of how the jokes work here too, not just some kind of... it's not homophobia. It's just like.... you know, those straight people I hate who make fun of gay people because they're friends with gay people. It's the gaffer character who says he feels comfortable saying what he does because he was raised by two women, only it's like that guy wrote a movie about marriage called Marriage Story and now I'm not watching it because it's so boooooooring these poor rich straight people have so many problems. I'd rather be watching Love Island at least they're self-aware about how **** what they're saying is **** life … Expand

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netflicDec 3, 2019

I would rather call this move "Divorce Story": it is more about marriage falling apart that about marriage per se. I was looking forward to watching this film as both critics and audience seem to love it. Plus I like Scarlet Johansson andI would rather call this move "Divorce Story": it is more about marriage falling apart that about marriage per se. I was looking forward to watching this film as both critics and audience seem to love it. Plus I like Scarlet Johansson and Adam Driver. Maybe my expectations were a bit too high. Or maybe one to have to live though a diverse themselves to have an empathy. Because I did not have much.

I enjoyed a few episodes but not the movie as a whole. It felt like director-writer's own experience which I am not sure was true. Performance-wise I liked Scarlet's and Laura Dern's but not as much Adam Driver's. His singing was better than his playing but I don't think it was his fault.

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moviemitch96Dec 1, 2019

In this drama from director Noah Baumbach, Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson play an embittered couple on the cuff of a spiteful divorce. Driver plays a New York-based theatre director traveling back and forth from there to LA whereIn this drama from director Noah Baumbach, Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson play an embittered couple on the cuff of a spiteful divorce. Driver plays a New York-based theatre director traveling back and forth from there to LA where Johansson's character primarily lives as an actress that started out in film but now does theatre to support Driver. Any film that deals with divorce automatically hits close to my heart, as I come from divorced parents. I'm always interested to see how it will be portrayed differently in each film. And I gotta say, I think the last time I watched a divorce film that was so raw and honest about divorce was 'Blue Valentine' from 10 years ago starring Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams. And while this one isn't quite as dismal and bleak as that one was (there are some endearing moments to be found in this one), this one still managed to portray all of the nitty gritty details and pitfalls that accompany long and bitter divorces. On top of that, Driver and Johansson deliver what I'd easily consider to be Oscar-worthy performances. Laura Dern also particularly shines as Johansson's divorce lawyer. Overall, while it's certainly not the first film to deal with divorce in great detail, it still gives a pretty unflinching look at the toll it takes, and that was more than enough to make it stand out to me.… Expand

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FilmreactiviewNov 30, 2019

Raw & deeply real portrayal of love, divorce, & family. A timeless story with original execution. Audience REACTIONS at its Canadian PREMIERE:

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svegressNov 24, 2019

Look, the professional critics are right: beautiful script, well acted and directed. However, I'm afraid I have seen enough Woody Allen movies about the problems of LA/NY relationships to last a lifetime. Didums, address some real issuesLook, the professional critics are right: beautiful script, well acted and directed. However, I'm afraid I have seen enough Woody Allen movies about the problems of LA/NY relationships to last a lifetime. Didums, address some real issues instead of navel gazing...again… Expand

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DrBlahBlahNov 24, 2019

One of the best films of the year - if not THE best - it is also one of Baumbach's finest.

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YeetusMcGeetusNov 16, 2019

Simply stunning. Maybe the best movie of the year. If you like dramas, you will be missing out if you do not see Marriage Story!

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The3AcademySinsNov 16, 2019

Marriage Story is one of Noah Baumbach's best films, and perhaps one of the best movies of 2019. Everything about this movie is incredibly compelling. I laughed. I cried. I was on the edge of my seat as I watched the best and worst of a humanMarriage Story is one of Noah Baumbach's best films, and perhaps one of the best movies of 2019. Everything about this movie is incredibly compelling. I laughed. I cried. I was on the edge of my seat as I watched the best and worst of a human relationship unfold over the death of a marriage.

The element of Marriage Story that shines above the rest of the movie is the acting performances. Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver give the best performances of their careers, and Adam Driver in particular proves that he is one of the best actors alive today. His portrayal of a father going through the ringer in an attempt to protect his son broke my heart. He goes through every possible emotion flawlessly, and he is so vulnerable you can't help but feel for the guy.

The script is a work of art. There are no good guys or bad guys. No one is right or wrong. Everything is a very human shade of grey, and the story just made me think about how I view my own romantic relationships. The score is beautiful, with a very surprisingly well utilized Stephen Sondheim ballad that anyone with any theatre history will recognize immediately.

The cinematography is pure kino. The way space and barriers are used is just beautiful. Its very subtle, but its there. Its implemented wonderfully.

This is one of the best dramas of 2019. It's definitely get some acting award buzz. I think this movie will resonate and remain relevant well into the future. I've already made plans to see it again.… Expand

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MattBrady99Nov 14, 2019

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“I never really came alive for myself; I was only feeding his aliveness.” I’ve said some harsh things about Netflix movies in the past, but recently I’m starting to warm up to them. ‘Marriage Story’ was absolutely excellent.LIFF33 2019 #1

“I never really came alive for myself; I was only feeding his aliveness.”

I’ve said some harsh things about Netflix movies in the past, but recently I’m starting to warm up to them.

‘Marriage Story’ was absolutely excellent. A devastating portrayal of divorce that can bring out the ugly in people, especially with child custody. But it’s not all doom and gloom. It’s incredibly heartfelt with plenty of humorous moments. I guess you have to find the comedy during the difficulties in life. Lets just say my cheeks wasn’t dry afterwards.

And yes, I wept.

Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson both gave masterclass performances. And I do mean some power house acting. Driver plays Charlie, a competitive and undaunted theatre director that he is very clear about what he wants. Johansson plays Nicole, a mother who’s a delightful presence and loves to play, but is also a dedicated actor. This is the best I’ve seen from Johnasson. Her character delivers a monougle where she’s explains the issues in her life that’s all shot in one take, which brilliantly displays her acting chops where she naturally shifts from emotion to emotion - it was impeccable.

The supporting cast were all fantastic. Lauren Dern, Ray Liotta, Merritt Wever, Julie Hagerty, and Alan Alda were all brilliant and really bounce off the energy from Driver and Johansson. Even the child actor held his own between these juggernauts of actors.

Not only are the performances the strongest element of the movie, but so is the writing. Every character is so uniquely fleshed out that the conflict feels so incredibly raw. It’s one of the reasons why I was so glued to the movie from start to finish. One of the best screenplays of the year.

This is the first Noah Baumbach movie I’ve seen from him and I am aware of his other work, just haven’t got around to watching them. However, I feel like this was the best introduction to him as a director, because he crafted such a sympathetic look on marriage dissolving away. We don’t see the full relationship, but we do get to hear Nicole and Charlie individually describe what their love about each other, while there’s a montage that flash’s through their routine life together with their son. Nothing visually striking in the presentation, but not once did it feel stale.

The score from Randy Newman was terrific and fitted wonderfully with the movie. I loved the aspect ratio as it added a lot to the overall mood of the movie. When the two go head to head in the custody battle - that doesn't mean they’re enemies. They still talk to each other as if they are still a thing. It’s also hard to pick aside, because you understand where each of them are coming from, and even if you do choose, you still feel bad for either one.

Overall rating: Any other relationship movie aint sh*t compared to this.… Expand

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LamontRaymondNov 9, 2019

The acting is solid all around (though Scarlet J may have been a bit out of the rest of their league), but I felt like I've seen this movie before. It feels like a Los-Angeles-i-fied Kramer vs. Kramer, but without the true stakes. There are aThe acting is solid all around (though Scarlet J may have been a bit out of the rest of their league), but I felt like I've seen this movie before. It feels like a Los-Angeles-i-fied Kramer vs. Kramer, but without the true stakes. There are a couple of excellent scenes in this film, but the rest of it is only so-so.… Expand

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BHBarryNov 9, 2019

“Marriage Story” was written and directed by Noah Baumbach (“The Squid and the

Whale”) and is, like his prior work, semi autobiographical, as he tells the story of a failed marriage and the lingering affection and feelings that remain“Marriage Story” was written and directed by Noah Baumbach (“The Squid and the

Whale”) and is, like his prior work, semi autobiographical, as he tells the story of a failed marriage and the lingering affection and feelings that remain throughout the issues and problems facing a divorcing couple with a child they both love.

Scarlett Johannson was never better as she interacts with her ex-husband- to- be exceptionally well played by Adam Driver. Remembering that Mr.Baumbach’s background as a child of two divorced parents and the ex-husband of Jennifer Jason Leigh, it is easy to understand where his allegiance lies amidst the two parents vying for the affection of their son. As is so often the case where the writer and director are one in the same, this film could easily have used the input of a third party to edit and minimize lengthy scenes and dialogue as well as a choice in casting (since some of the characters appear to be more like stereotypes than real life individuals). One might argue that these lengthy oratorical performances by the characters gives them an opportunity to exhibit their acting wares and, true as that may be, it adds to the length of the film which could be shorter than its 2 and ¼ hours. All that being said, I give the film a 9.0 because it is a heartfelt and brilliant dissection of the divorce process, those who exploit it and those who are victims of it as written and directed by one of its vital participants.… Expand

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PauloRicardo12Nov 8, 2019

Excellent movie, with the best performances of the year, and with a direction that brings a strongly exciting movie. Best movie this year.

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Desiree25Nov 7, 2019

No me gusto la pelicula, me dormi a la mitad de ella y desperte casi para el final que ugh...

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tropicAcesNov 6, 2019

Some people may like the ending, for me it wasn't fully satisfying, but that is about the only complaint I have about this perfectly acted, randomly hilarious and fantastically scored film. One of 2019's best.

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fra92Nov 6, 2019

Heartfelt, incredible movie. Noah Baumbach has always created wonderful movies, but this is his peak

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frankrog29Nov 6, 2019

Marriage Story is an instant classic and the best film I’ve seen in years. Everything about this film blew me away. Adam Driver and Scarlet Johansson have turned in career-best performances. Laura Dern is a revelation, and Ray Liotta is quiteMarriage Story is an instant classic and the best film I’ve seen in years. Everything about this film blew me away. Adam Driver and Scarlet Johansson have turned in career-best performances. Laura Dern is a revelation, and Ray Liotta is quite good too. And then there’s writer-director Noah Baumbach, who truly has outdone himself (I have not seen all of his films, but this is by far the best that I have seen). The direction is outstanding. Perhaps the most exceptional quality of the film is the writing, which is truly ingenious. Not only is the screenplay really moving, but it’s also hilarious; I laughed out loud frequently. I also love how unpredictable and quirky the screenplay is, which serves to make the action and dialogue more realistic, believable, and endearing. The writing and direction remind me a lot of Woody Allen, yet Mr. Baumbach manages to forge his own unique style. This film also reminds me a lot of Kramer vs. Kramer, but I think Marriage Story is superior. This film is sure to be honored at most, if not all, of the awards ceremonies. I for one think that it should win Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and at least three of the acting categories (actor, actress, and supporting actress). Obviously, I have not seen all 2019 awards show contenders yet, but I will be very surprised if a film comes out during the remainder of the year that is better.… Expand

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