The Trip
IFC Films | Release Date: June 10, 2011
6.5
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MarcDoyleJun 13, 2011
Outstanding film. As we were leaving the theater, three 40-something women were bashing it as pretentious, self-indulgent, and overlong by 30 minutes. I can't believe they watched the same film we did. It has enormous laughs, and someOutstanding film. As we were leaving the theater, three 40-something women were bashing it as pretentious, self-indulgent, and overlong by 30 minutes. I can't believe they watched the same film we did. It has enormous laughs, and some seriously touching moments. I'm now a huge fan of Rob Brydon - what a tremendous talent. It's also a visually beautiful film, with some amazing food/restaurant moments. The impressions and off-the-cuff conversations are side-splittingly funny.… Expand
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LynSep 1, 2012
"The Trip" feels like a variation on "Sideways," but quintessentially British. The misty moors instead of the sunny wine country, and witty riffs on poetry and Abba lyrics rather than comical sexual hijinks. And instead of playing out their"The Trip" feels like a variation on "Sideways," but quintessentially British. The misty moors instead of the sunny wine country, and witty riffs on poetry and Abba lyrics rather than comical sexual hijinks. And instead of playing out their "issues" with references to wine, these two guys do it with hilarious impressions from show biz. The drama is droll and subtle. Granted, I'm a fan of "talky" films, but I'm really surprised at the critics who felt this was too long. I could have tagged along on this trip for another hour.… Expand
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BrucenelsonAug 2, 2011
Silly, entertaining for the most part, the same impersonations repeated through out get a little old, but when they're clicking it's Monty Python on tour. The two characters are odd-couplish and delineated enough that they punctuate and keepSilly, entertaining for the most part, the same impersonations repeated through out get a little old, but when they're clicking it's Monty Python on tour. The two characters are odd-couplish and delineated enough that they punctuate and keep the story going. There are attempts at side stories, Coogan's love life, and they are pretty weak. Usually he has to find a remote spot to phone his girl friend which brings in the real star, the cameo by the Northern England landscape. Beautiful. There's one gorgeous scene where Rob Brydon is babbling on and Coogan tells him to shut up, a feeling I had a couple of times during the movie. The food even looked intriguing but again they were so absorbed in their impersonations they paid scant attention to it.… Expand
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MorriBeyJun 17, 2011
The movie is like Jazz. Either you will like or you will not. I dont like Jazz but i liked this movie. Its akin to a new genre of movie making.....its like a documentary and you are instantly transported into the lives of the two comedians.The movie is like Jazz. Either you will like or you will not. I dont like Jazz but i liked this movie. Its akin to a new genre of movie making.....its like a documentary and you are instantly transported into the lives of the two comedians. It probably could have had more nuisances but its an enjoyable journey of two friends as they traverse wales.… Expand
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jhcsmithJun 13, 2011
Fantastic series that analysis two aging comedians ever growing life difficulties. Mixed with competitive conversations were Coogan and Brydon try to better each other with their various skills and impressions, truly fun to watch.
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jimcbarkerJun 15, 2011
This was originally put on TV in the UK as a mini-series. It's really great. Thoughtful, reflective and loaded with pathos. I'm now looking forward to seeing it as a theatrical piece.
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GreatwhitenorthAug 26, 2011
Went in with no expectations as I was unaware of the actors previous work. Attended in a small theatre in Portland (The Living Room) with an audience who was both open and discerning. This film was well paced, beautifully filmed andWent in with no expectations as I was unaware of the actors previous work. Attended in a small theatre in Portland (The Living Room) with an audience who was both open and discerning. This film was well paced, beautifully filmed and extremely funny and brilliantly executed. Other audiences might have been disappointed due to the lack of car chases or crude humour but for those who value well crafted work this is one movie you must see.… Expand
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FlipjeMay 26, 2021
After seeing both the film and miniseries version, I prefer the former. Still, the same idea. Take two talented comedians, throw them in a Land Rover together and send them off to England's rustic and picturesque Lake District. On the way,After seeing both the film and miniseries version, I prefer the former. Still, the same idea. Take two talented comedians, throw them in a Land Rover together and send them off to England's rustic and picturesque Lake District. On the way, they annoy each other (or rather Brydon annoys Coogan), attempt to out-do each other in terms of impressions (Michael Caine, Al Pacino, Richard Burton, Woody Allen) while visiting hoity-toity restaurants, sipping all kinds of wine, taking in the wild and wondrous scenery and for Coogan, being naughty with several ladies. The movie uses the characters to present meaningful contrasts in life choices. Coogan (both comedians are playing 'versions' of themselves) is ambitious but conflicted and wonders if he shouldn't go off to America and take on bigger, flashier roles. His girlfriend is already there, doing work and during their abrupt phone chats, you get an idea of tension. Meanwhile, Brydon is happily married, and new father and Coogan can't help but feel envious while hoping to rebuild his relationship with his own son. Layered over this wayward inner/outer journey is Michael Nyman's spare piano pieces, adding a meditative and wistful tone. Highlights include: the scenery, the impromptu impressions and Coogan, while out on a hike, encountering a know-it-all amateur geologists who knows everything about limestone rock formations. It is very British but in a mildly snobby, but charming, cheerful way.… Expand
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