Yesterday
Universal Pictures | Release Date: June 28, 2019
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KeithDowJul 3, 2019
The premise to Danny Boyle’s ‘Yesterday’—that a struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after a strange worldwide blackout—is incredibly alluring. Too bad the film itself effectively wastes theThe premise to Danny Boyle’s ‘Yesterday’—that a struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after a strange worldwide blackout—is incredibly alluring. Too bad the film itself effectively wastes the opportunity to explore such a novel idea in any sort of resonant or meaningful way.

The biggest problem with Boyle’s approach is how formulaic the entire movie is. There’s the dedicated small town talent manager, the jerk part-time boss, the one supportive fan, and the dopey sidekick. The performer’s musical career, played by a wonderful Himesh Patel, isn’t going anywhere until the Beatles thing happens. Then fame, success, and a stereotypical super-agent steps in. Before we know it the singer-songwriter has everything he ever wanted but is miserable. There’s no need to dwell on the finer details or the love story because you can probably guess them all already. Sure, there are a number of things that are disappointing with the film, but most of all it’s that Danny Boyle couldn’t make ‘Yesterday’ something on a similar level as ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ despite ample opportunity to do so.… Expand
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brewsterJul 20, 2019
Very clever and entertaining movie. The two leads are wonderfully cast and there is most certainly chemistry between them. Kate McKinnon hits it out of the ballpark as the obnoxious LA agent/promoter. That lady can play anything as sheVery clever and entertaining movie. The two leads are wonderfully cast and there is most certainly chemistry between them. Kate McKinnon hits it out of the ballpark as the obnoxious LA agent/promoter. That lady can play anything as she demonstrates regularly on SNL. Of course, having Beatles music woven throughout the film had us singing and humming along, as it never gets old. And the ending, while somewhat predictable, has a lovely, surprising "feel good" twist. Go see it, you will forget about Trump for 90 minutes and leave happier.… Expand
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TVJerryJul 3, 2019
After a short worldwide blackout, a lone singer/songwriter (Himesh Patel) realizes that the world doesn’t remember the Beatles. As a result, he starts recording and performing their songs, resulting in universal acclaim. To add a romanticAfter a short worldwide blackout, a lone singer/songwriter (Himesh Patel) realizes that the world doesn’t remember the Beatles. As a result, he starts recording and performing their songs, resulting in universal acclaim. To add a romantic twist, his relationship with his manager (Lily James) is tested. There are amusing moments throughout, but Kate McKinnon, as his ruthlessly frank agent, manages most of the funny moments. Fans of the Fab Four will enjoy the hit parade of classics, reinterpreted thru new eyes…or voices (Patel's singing is excellent. The late twist provides a wistful encounter, but I couldn't fathom the logic behind it. There are plenty of sweet moments and sufficient humor to wrap up a package of nostalgia, romance and great music.… Expand
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JokohamaSep 30, 2019
A really, really refreshing movie. I just like how cute and peaceful it is.
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amheretojudgeJul 2, 2019
The romance is a distraction along with every other theme, The Beatles and the affection for them keeps it alive.

Yesterday Boyle has a treat for us. A desert, to be precise. And even though there are no Michelin stars embedded or awardedThe romance is a distraction along with every other theme, The Beatles and the affection for them keeps it alive.

Yesterday

Boyle has a treat for us. A desert, to be precise. And even though there are no Michelin stars embedded or awarded to it, the mood is set charmingly by the eternal music of The Beatles and the director, Danny Boyle's not behind-the-stage but inside-the-mind peak of an artist. It is a fun, crowd gathering script. From the germ of it, itself. It places antics in order for the music lovers to drool over. In fact, it basically pits two great musicians in a frame and dares to have a music off. On the left you have Ed Shereen, a 21st century heartthrob. And on the right is The Beatles, carrying the weight of its historical contribution to the rock culture that we live and breathe in.

Of course, the film sways towards The Beatles. In fact, now that I think about it, it every time choose that band. Their music. Their legacy. Either a character does so, literally! Or the gist of the film stops its marker on. It is sort of their biography. Just told with a twist of superhero-isc ingredient which would help grab the viewer's attention. My only complaint is that I always thought that the parallel world or alternate reality or newer dimension would at least be engaging.

That would be the last thing it would lack. That it would be mory busy. More crowded with not actual crowds but thought provoking innuendos and scenarios that recharges your battery every time the obligatory section of the film puts you to sleep. And don't get me wrong I love a steady film. Calm and confident. In peace. Wearing that posturity as a part of the jewellery. But, the film, the characters, the script has a lot of rush in it. And it isn't free to go anywhere.

And for two straight hours, as a result, you are left with an unsettling feeling that the protagonist is going through with you. Coming back to the superhero theme, I love the responsibility part of this event, that is pinned down by the makers. It is not a Spider-Man movie. You are on the wrong screen. Yet, it whispers, "With great power comes great responsibility." This was never art. What Jack Malick, the protagonist, played by Himesh Patel, is embarking his journey upon. He is not the one. He was not chosen. If anything, it is a burden. Something to carry proudly, just Boyle leaves the screen with.

Yesterday is a film about today. Boyle sums it up when for the first time, Patel introduces the infamous and my personal favourite song from The Beatles collection, "Let It Be" It is a mesmerising scene, when he plays a song to his parents as an audience, as an experiment. Something that Boyle's mind would have been tickling to express, loudly. To not be a part of history, but experiencing something untouched, unfiltered for the first time. And in the end the film is saved because he meant to rub hard on that very note and he did, through various exciting techniques.… Expand
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horndrixJul 14, 2019
The critics are taking this movie too seriously.It is a love story and I loved it.
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LamontRaymondJul 13, 2019
Just a lovely picture, and one that the critics as a whole got wrong. I mean, how do they like Rocketman more than Yesterday? That movie is horrid, and this is amazing! It's a much better Beatles movie than Rocketman is an Elton JohnJust a lovely picture, and one that the critics as a whole got wrong. I mean, how do they like Rocketman more than Yesterday? That movie is horrid, and this is amazing! It's a much better Beatles movie than Rocketman is an Elton John movie. That aside, it's a great love story - a love of music, and a love of that person on in your life who has been there for you, and you just connect with - someone you can't live without. Lily James is incredible in this film, and I've never seen him before, but Himesh Patel is fantastic. I'm sure some of the critics are not satisfied by the story's treatment of exactly how the 'incident" came about or what it means in some scientific respect. Applesauce! Just live with the mystery and let it be!… Expand
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crankyermaJul 5, 2019
Forget the critics. This film is worth your time. There are a couple of points in the third act which are equally as inspired as the premise. Given the level of brilliance in the premise and some of the turns, does it feel like Curtis couldForget the critics. This film is worth your time. There are a couple of points in the third act which are equally as inspired as the premise. Given the level of brilliance in the premise and some of the turns, does it feel like Curtis could have put a little more time and effort into the writing and handling of the film? Sure. Still, there's enough emotional uplift and truly moving moments here as well as re-introductions to the best songs of the past two centuries, that this movie will more than satisfy most viewers.… Expand
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drlowdonJul 27, 2019
When the struggling singer/songwriter Jack Malik is struck by a bus during a mysterious global blackout he awakens to learn that he is the only person in the world that remembers the music of The Beatles!

After a strong opening the filmWhen the struggling singer/songwriter Jack Malik is struck by a bus during a mysterious global blackout he awakens to learn that he is the only person in the world that remembers the music of The Beatles!

After a strong opening the film begins to tread the familiar Richard Curtis romcom ground, with less musical numbers than you’d expect, until it reaches a finale that most people will see coming from a mile off. Fortunately the chemistry between Himish Patel and the adorable Lily James does help sell what is a pretty unoriginal romance story and there are plenty of laughs to be found throughout. Yesterday is an enjoyable movie but one can’t help but wonder what might have been had the writing been a bit more daring.… Expand
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GreatMartinJul 2, 2019
The best part of "Yesterday" are the Beatles's song catalogue, though it isn't a 'jukebox musical', and the leading man, Himesh Patel, does a good job of singing them. The main problem with the movie is the screenplay by Richard Curtis. ItThe best part of "Yesterday" are the Beatles's song catalogue, though it isn't a 'jukebox musical', and the leading man, Himesh Patel, does a good job of singing them. The main problem with the movie is the screenplay by Richard Curtis. It starts off with the interesting premise of Jack Malik (Patel), who gets knocked out by a combination of a bus hitting him and a worldwide blackout, waking up missing a few teeth but, obviously, nothing life threatening. It seems he is the only person in the world who has heard of the Beatles and their music or Coca Cola but the screenwriter sort of drops the why of this or what the consequences would be except a man can become rich by claiming to have written all of the Beatles's songs, playing a guitar and singing them without anyone questioning him from his friends to his family to the music company that signs him.

One of the first lessons a movie fan learns is that you have to check logic at the movie entrance but there are too many illogical things in this film to ignore them plus a lot takes away your enjoyment of the film. There is very little chemistry between Himesh Patel and his leading lady Lily James though the love story is a given and in spite of trouble with accents and sound that story line is easy enough to follow. In a switch it is the male who goes through a makeover.

Both Patel and James are fine in their roles while Kate McKinnon is handed the role (for the old-timers reading this think Eve Arden) of the smart cracking music agent played with each utterance being too shrill. I am not familiar with Joel Fry and his role is a little--heck, a lot--inexplainable, but he is a funny guy. Neither am I familiar with Ed Sheeran and looked him up on Wikipedia being surprised to learn how successful the man is in England. There is a 'mystery' regarding a couple, unknown to each other, and a yellow submarine. There is also a surprise cameo near the end that explains nothing and falls flat.

Danny Boyle, successful director and producer of many films including "Slumdog Millionaire" and this film, has to take some of the fault for the screenplay and, consequently, this movie.

"Yesterday" is a disappointing film that doesn't tackle the major premise but does show off the talent of Himesh Patel.… Expand
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a90hSep 25, 2019
I TRULY enjoyed the film, especially nostalgia inducing of it, I had some story isues but it's GREAT
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SoquelHeightsAug 3, 2019
A terrific movie. Inventive, great cast and production, and heart-warming. One of my favorite movies of the year!
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Compi24Jul 23, 2019
I'm sure it's nowhere near as deep and as theoretically satisfying as music and Beatles fans want it to be, and nowhere near as fulfilling and as effective as a Danny Boyle/Richard Curtis pairing can possibly be, but for what "Yesterday"I'm sure it's nowhere near as deep and as theoretically satisfying as music and Beatles fans want it to be, and nowhere near as fulfilling and as effective as a Danny Boyle/Richard Curtis pairing can possibly be, but for what "Yesterday" really is (a mid-summer dramedy with a wholly fascinating concept and a disposable, yet enjoyable feel) it did the job for me. This is all thanks in no small part to the performances and chemistry at hand between newcomer Himesh Patel and "Cinderella's" Lily James. Bolster all of that with Curtis's legendary penchant for rom-com stylings, and a hefty amount of Beatles-centric in-jokes that surprisingly hit the mark, and you get a moderately successful cinematic "what if" story.… Expand
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marcmyworksSep 30, 2019
Yesterday is a cute film with an interesting premise, it just doesn't push itself hard enough. At times it is quite silly and the inclusion of a certain member of the Beatles not played by said Beatle is just bizarre, but overall a solid 7.
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DudeFromIcelandJul 22, 2019
I was not expecting this film to focus so much on the romantic elements of the story, which isn't a bad thing in itself, I was just expected something more. I did enjoy the film for the most part, it's funny, has a charming cast and ofI was not expecting this film to focus so much on the romantic elements of the story, which isn't a bad thing in itself, I was just expected something more. I did enjoy the film for the most part, it's funny, has a charming cast and of course, GREAT music.

I just feel there was potential for something more and it feels a bit wasted.… Expand
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twall3Jul 15, 2019
This was an enjoyable film. Great premise, fun execution, not perfect but well worth seeing. Has a bit of a Notting Hill quality to the quirky supporting cast. Refreshingly clean movie.
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FPrsnOct 7, 2019
Uma ótimo argumento transformado em um amontoado de clichês narrativos sem qualquer inspiração estética.
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The3AcademySinsJan 6, 2020
Under-developed and under-explored, Yesterday takes an amazing premise and turns it into a color-by-numbers romantic drama. What's upsetting to me is that this movie could have been GREAT. The idea that one man can remember The Beatles musicUnder-developed and under-explored, Yesterday takes an amazing premise and turns it into a color-by-numbers romantic drama. What's upsetting to me is that this movie could have been GREAT. The idea that one man can remember The Beatles music and run with it presents so many cool possibilities that the story completely ignores in favor of some really uncomfortably awkward fling. The performances are okay. The story really misunderstands the concept of music, and acts like the songs are good enough to stand on their own without an extremely charismatic performer. The direction is really bland, but does have a stylistic flair that appears out of nowhere for one or two scenes. Overall, this movie is just kind of "meh."… Expand
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MasterRileyAug 1, 2019
Yesterday is a nice love letter to the Beatles. Himesh Patel gives a good performance as the lead character, Jack, and sings all the Beatles songs very nicely with his own unique spin. The premise of the this movie is super unique and funnyYesterday is a nice love letter to the Beatles. Himesh Patel gives a good performance as the lead character, Jack, and sings all the Beatles songs very nicely with his own unique spin. The premise of the this movie is super unique and funny and would be a great watch for any Beatles fan.… Expand
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ReviewUsernameJul 4, 2019
Worth watching if you thought the trailer was interesting. There are decent visuals, comedic moments, and music keeping things afloat. It's just unfortunate that a lot of exploring of the movie's concept (and thusly enjoyment of the film) hadWorth watching if you thought the trailer was interesting. There are decent visuals, comedic moments, and music keeping things afloat. It's just unfortunate that a lot of exploring of the movie's concept (and thusly enjoyment of the film) had to take place in your head instead of on the screen. There are no implications in this world where the Beatles don't exist. There is a simple story of a person making it big when given such an opportunity, and nothing more. Enjoyable to watch and imagine "what if" by yourself nevertheless.… Expand
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jb510Jul 21, 2019
I expected it to be good, it was great. The opening few minutes are a bit too contrived but it then settles in and is a touching and throughly enjoyable movie.
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JLuis_001Jul 10, 2019
First of all I have to get something out of my chest and it's for the producers and writer of this film: **** you!!!
And that's because they thought they could do a simple romantic comedy with the Beatles music and they were going to get awayFirst of all I have to get something out of my chest and it's for the producers and writer of this film: **** you!!!
And that's because they thought they could do a simple romantic comedy with the Beatles music and they were going to get away with it.

This film was written by Richard Curtis and if anyone had told me that he also directed it, I would never have doubted it. That should give you a little idea of ​​where the **** Danny Boyle went with this story.
He was going to direct the new James Bond film and instead he ended up delivering this.

There's no surprise or revelation in this film. It's a simplistic romantic comedy that doesn't propose anything new nor it tries to do it.
The story and the characters are not endearing in any way and maybe the best time of it and probably one that will save it beyond the Beatles music is the scene with Robert Carlyle playing John Lennon (Hey, they managed to make Yoko Ono disappear)
Beyond that there isn't much more to say.

If new generations discover the Beatles with this film, well that's fine, all the better for it.
I assume that for many it was like that with Bohemian Rhapsody for Queen and Rocketman for Elton John but if so, it also depresses me because evidently in musical terms they're not paying attention where they should be… Expand
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CinemaCrushNov 3, 2019
Oh boy, how do I review this one. Well, first off, if you're expecting exciting Danny Boyle and don't care TOO much for the Beatles, don't even bother. The acting is fine. The idea is great. The Beatles music is great. It STILL comes outOh boy, how do I review this one. Well, first off, if you're expecting exciting Danny Boyle and don't care TOO much for the Beatles, don't even bother. The acting is fine. The idea is great. The Beatles music is great. It STILL comes out incredibly 2 dimensional. Boyle has such a knack for making things exciting. For instance 127 Hours has less going on that this film does, and isn't much to the story. But with the usual Boyleness, it pulls out great excitement and a fun viewing. 'Yesterday' just kinda takes a brilliant idea and meanders around with it. If you're a big Beatles fan, you will find a little charm in it. I would say for lighthearted viewing for Beatles fans only. If the music wasn't as good, or the Beatles jokes, I'd likely have given it a 2 rather than a 5. The Beatles hold this film up, plain and simple.… Expand
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jparker308Dec 29, 2019
If you love Beatles music, you should love this movie. Some critics seem to nitpick the plot, but they are missing the broader picture. I think the writers/directors made excellent choices in what to include. Of course, some threads thatIf you love Beatles music, you should love this movie. Some critics seem to nitpick the plot, but they are missing the broader picture. I think the writers/directors made excellent choices in what to include. Of course, some threads that might have been interesting to pursue in the alternate reality plot there was just no time for. Nevertheless they included plenty of content to laugh and cry over. I found myself thinking about this movie long after it was over, which is a sign of a great movie.… Expand
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CityOfGeekFeb 10, 2020
I saw this in theaters and absolutely loved it, left the auditorium crying like a baby. I have no qualms to admit crying at movies. Another sweet, positive movie about celebrating imagination and creativity. Patel gives a star-making turn asI saw this in theaters and absolutely loved it, left the auditorium crying like a baby. I have no qualms to admit crying at movies. Another sweet, positive movie about celebrating imagination and creativity. Patel gives a star-making turn as a failing musician who, after a world-wide black out, seems to be the only one who remembers the music of the Beatles. So he takes it upon himself to make-an-unfailure by passing them off as his own. Patel is utterly charming as a man trying to find his place with a whole new world placed in front of him. Should he keep with the lie and take the fame, scale back a while, or just stay in town with his manger/bestie Lily James, obviously nursing a crush on him. James has a rather thankless role but she’s great as always, and I try to steer away from this but I can’t help it, cute as all hell. We see the love and pain in her eyes and performance.

We all know the music of The Beatles is something special, and the film brings that joy of their music in a new way, using them as a celebration of music and love. On this second viewing, it does feel a little of the length in the 2nd act after an astounding first. Many are upset over the end, but I think it works. The actually end is an utter joy, but there is a particular scene with a particular person that is sob-city.… Expand
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theredskyJul 6, 2019
This is a decent movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. Here are the negatives. Just like Ma and Brightburn, the concept of the film is really good but it isn’t explored enough. You want to know more but it decides to focus on more character drama.This is a decent movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. Here are the negatives. Just like Ma and Brightburn, the concept of the film is really good but it isn’t explored enough. You want to know more but it decides to focus on more character drama. Ed Sheeran is not the best actor in the world and he just looks incredibly awkward in this film. In most scenes he is in, it looks like he is incredibly confused. Another aspect would be that there are a lot of plotholes thrown into this film that when you notice them, it starts to take you out of the experience. The editing for this film is not good at all. There are too many cuts for some scenes and scenes just keep cutting away every 2-3 seconds when it shouldn’t. The camera angles are so obnoxious in some scenes that it is distracting. Some scenes are tilted at a 45 degree angle for no apparent reason at all and it is just annoying. The humor is not that funny at all and I only chuckled one joke throughout the entire film. I’m not huge on Kate McKinnon as the primary antagonist in this movie. She just feels out of place surrounded by everyone else. Here are the positives. Himesh Patel and Lily James do a great job and have great chemistry together. Patel’s performance is actually really good. He gives a ton of emotion, he’s a good singer, and he knew what he was doing. Most of the supporting cast does a good job with what they are given. I was surprised about how much heart there was in this film. You genuinely care about the experiences they go through. There is one particular scene that I feel is very very touching. Patel’s character is given an address and he drives to this secluded location where he knocks on the door and John Lennon answers it. He gives some inspirational words to Patel’s character and it is very nice, emotional, and touching. The new renditions of The Beatles songs is actually pretty good. I enjoyed listening to them a lot. The cinematography is good in most areas but it is not special. The tone remains consistent throughout the entire film and it’s also paced really well. Overall, Yesterday is a great Beatles love letter with lots of heart, good acting, and interesting renditions of good songs but is held back by major plot holes, poor editing, weird casting choices, and an underexplored premise. I give Yesterday a 6/10.… Expand
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romethesecondtiJul 26, 2019
The premise of "Yesterday," a feel good movie from that master of melodrama, Danny Boyle ("Slumdog Millionaire") is that only one person in the world remembers The Beatles and their songs. Boyle hauls out the Hollywood meme that one personThe premise of "Yesterday," a feel good movie from that master of melodrama, Danny Boyle ("Slumdog Millionaire") is that only one person in the world remembers The Beatles and their songs. Boyle hauls out the Hollywood meme that one person has knowledge that others don't, and we know that kind of knowledge is power (not to mention fun). There's "Back to the Future" (1985) and "Groundhog Day" (1993).

"Yesterday" won't achieve the iconic status of these two films, but it's clever and charming and, through most of its run time, carefully assembled. It's light stuff, rading on nostalgia, and it works. The tension of whether he'll be found out, an understated but compelling performance by Patel, along with the sheer joy of hearing (and watching) the music being re-created and presented to adoring audiences, are the strengths of "Yesterday." Yet it's not a film without flaws. The music, played by a B-list musician, doesn't rise to the level of other recent music-nostalgia films ("Bohemian Rhapsody," "Rocketman"). And the secondary characters are all one-dimensional. Still, it works.… Expand
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Volrath316Jun 23, 2020
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS MOVIE! It's Simply BRILLIANT! I HAD THIS SILLY SMILE ON MY FACE THROUGHOUT MOST OF THE MOVIE! Really couldn't help it.This film is so moving and such a feel-good movie.The acting performances by each and every singleABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS MOVIE! It's Simply BRILLIANT! I HAD THIS SILLY SMILE ON MY FACE THROUGHOUT MOST OF THE MOVIE! Really couldn't help it.This film is so moving and such a feel-good movie.The acting performances by each and every single actor is just incredibly good (ED Sheeran who's in it has some seriously good acting chops) especially by Himesh Patel (the lead/protagonist and Lily James, Kate Mckinnon to mention just a few) and the end will make you really blissfully happy and omg the beautiful Beatles songs sung by Himesh Patel himself (the main lead actor) are enchanting, to say the least. It is an Homage to the culture, the art and the amazingly wonderful music of the Beatles. It's also a beautiful Love Story and how simple yet important it is in our lives..more important than money, power or fame. The other aspect of it as I mentioned before is the influence and the musical culture that arguably the most famous band of all time left behind and the crux of this story is that we never realize how important or how valuable or how influential something or someone is, until they are gone… Expand
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Mauro_LanariOct 14, 2019
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The idea of the second chance thanks to an alternative/parallel world good for the cosmology of the MCU, a lovingly clumsy protagonist for unexplained reasons, the songs of the Fab Four and their epigones considered essential(Mauro Lanari)
The idea of the second chance thanks to an alternative/parallel world good for the cosmology of the MCU, a lovingly clumsy protagonist for unexplained reasons, the songs of the Fab Four and their epigones considered essential for a better world without any counterfactual. Boyle and Curtis churn out a product with a golden and inconsistent surface. Be careful to scratch off the patina.… Expand
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JiricekisbestAug 31, 2019
When I went to these movies, I was honestly expecting something else. I expected to see another great music movie like Bohemian Rhpsody or Rocketman. The story and the plot is interesting, but poorly used for me. The end of the film can beWhen I went to these movies, I was honestly expecting something else. I expected to see another great music movie like Bohemian Rhpsody or Rocketman. The story and the plot is interesting, but poorly used for me. The end of the film can be guessed in the first 20 minutes. The second third of the film is starting to pull and in my case, I even started to fall asleep, maybe it is just because this film is more for women, it does not mean anything wrong, but just that he would not sit down and enjoy everyone.… Expand
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Mario1981Jul 8, 2019
Welp. Now ill never listen to the Beatles again. This failed to catched my eyes so thats why I was playing Smash Ultimate the 1st 1/2 of the flim.
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soyaJul 10, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie has an unbelievable boring story. It's just the normal "successless musicians stuck with a **** job trying to get known and dreaminf about playing the biggest gigs in history" with the name "the beatles" attached to it.

The charakters are wirtten pretty bad, there's no depth to them. His best friends are sometimes there and say a couple of sentences ( it was mostly the same bad running gag) and the girl he loves comes by, says he loves him but blablabla and goes away again. This repeats 4 or 5 times and thats it.

Also the plot has a lot of holes?! Why do the beatles disappar? Maybe some of you are fine that it doesnt get explained but i think it would be important.
Why do things barely related to the beatles disappear, even though they existed before the beatles and why do other things which relate to them more directly dont disappear?

Well would watch it again and i would recommend it to anyone, exept your a super big beatler fan. But i also dont think its the movie ever beatles fan dremt of all the time.

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The movie has some scene which feel like they were just added to it because it might be good and why not? I talk about the russian guy and the blond british lady. I was actually hoping that there comes some sort of conflict or they would at least explain what happened during the black out but the scene after the concert was just a big disappointment and completely irrelevant.… Expand
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ATP199Sep 18, 2019
A fantasy romance in Fab Four drag, it could stretch its own premise further than it does - but its sheer charms make it an effervescent treat regardless.
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Eduardo7u7Oct 15, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. la película tiene un final sin sentido y el trama del tráiler (que la verdad hubiera quedado muy bien) no se mostró, más que de una forma banal… Expand
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carlito72Nov 2, 2019
Probably the worst script of movie history. Boyle confirms his incapacity to understand if he's doing something good or wrong. An amateur.
One of the worst movies of my life. You have the Beatles music in your movie, and you write this? My god.
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abnerkaioDec 9, 2019
Extremely bad script built, a great idea worse executed and in the end looks more like a movie about Ed Sheeran.
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ElainePJul 3, 2019
I LOVE this movie. It is whimsical, charming, fun, and humorous. Patel does a fabulous job of singing the Beatles songs, and the back-up musicians are great also.
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charleymJul 3, 2019
"Yesterday" contains a wonderful premise that stands up to no scrutiny whatsoever, but it's a fun, well-made, well-acted, big-hearted movie filled with many, many songs of the Beatles. I don't know why people, especially professional critics,"Yesterday" contains a wonderful premise that stands up to no scrutiny whatsoever, but it's a fun, well-made, well-acted, big-hearted movie filled with many, many songs of the Beatles. I don't know why people, especially professional critics, feel it has to be something more than that in order to be any good or worthy of their blessing. To me, it's an ideal summer entertainment.… Expand
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FandomEniacJul 1, 2019
Nice tribute to an Iconic group by proffering a premise what the world, bereft of their music, would have missed. Sentimental yet not overly sweetly canned formulaic approach to storytelling.
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tropicAcesJun 28, 2019
I’m sure I’m slightly blinded to some of this film’s familiar flaws because I'm such a big Beatles fan, but the charming cast and (usually) witty script, partnered with some of the best songs of all-time, are often enough to keep youI’m sure I’m slightly blinded to some of this film’s familiar flaws because I'm such a big Beatles fan, but the charming cast and (usually) witty script, partnered with some of the best songs of all-time, are often enough to keep you entertained.… Expand
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netflicJul 13, 2019
Interesting idea. Great music (duh!). The rest - the script, performance, casting, directing - at least mediocre. Overall, a pathetic movie. Not a proper tribute to one of the greatest (if not THE greatest) bands in human history.
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CorvinOct 11, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No, giving up your dreams for love and babies doesn't solve your life. Bad movie. Also, too long. Could have gone with that cliche at least an hour sooner.… Expand
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shpostalJun 30, 2019
Sometimes there comes a movie that despite some flaws or a plot that one might disagree with its charm and personality nonetheless win the viewer over. If you are a Beatles fan and/or know-it-all you will either accept the movie lightSometimes there comes a movie that despite some flaws or a plot that one might disagree with its charm and personality nonetheless win the viewer over. If you are a Beatles fan and/or know-it-all you will either accept the movie light heartedly and enjoy its plot premise or you'll be overly defensive of your idols and be inclined to rip the movie to shreds. I took the light hearted path and thus was very entertained and pleased overall with the film even though it was admittedly gratuitous at times. To me it simply wasn't worth being overly critical lest it be a self defeating waste of time. So the story involves one Jack Malik, played very well by Himish Patel , a struggling and average calibre songwriter whom for some reason after a global blackout and a collision with a bus becomes the only person in the world who remembers The Beatles and their music. After playing a few lines of "Yesterday" he discovers this phenomenon, and at first being skeptical his friends really don't remember the Fab Four, decides to "write" some of their songs and pass them off as his own. The results are humorous, somewhat predictable when the film recalls the Beatles history, such as Beatlemania, and a visit to Liverpool to see Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane, but ultimately satisfying with a few interesting twists and turns and humor to keep the movie light hearted. Overall it's a celebration of what made the Beatles great, their lasting impact on humanity after all these decades with their timeless music, and perhaps a glimpse that might give us a hint of how they would be received if they had started out just a few years ago as opposed to just over 60. It is a delightful movie, perfect for summer, and a welcome respite from the onslaught of super hero movies, far too many animated films and more than a years' share of clunker movies.… Expand
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DOUGKJul 1, 2019
The critics give this movie and average of 55 and gave BookSmart high ratings. BookSmart was terrible, this is an excellent movie, so don't always trust the critics. Ringo is very wrong. Go to see this one, if you have any love of BeatlesThe critics give this movie and average of 55 and gave BookSmart high ratings. BookSmart was terrible, this is an excellent movie, so don't always trust the critics. Ringo is very wrong. Go to see this one, if you have any love of Beatles music, you will be glad you did. The acting is great, the story is good, not perfect. Danny Boyle is a skilled director and does a good job on this one. Like many movies, this one is a bit too long but there are many great scenes and great characters. The plot is hard to believe, of course, but that shouldn't bother anyone given the sort of movies that exist today. There are so many bad movies, violent movies, sappy movies, incoherent movies, a good comedy with good music is a great thing. Bravo… Expand
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GLADIADORSep 11, 2019
Fui assistir so pelas musicas dos beathes, que continuam excelentes, mas um ponto negativo nesse filme e o romance, que pra mim desviou totalmente o foco que era as musicas dos beathes, e o final nenhuma surpresa, mas vale a pena pelasFui assistir so pelas musicas dos beathes, que continuam excelentes, mas um ponto negativo nesse filme e o romance, que pra mim desviou totalmente o foco que era as musicas dos beathes, e o final nenhuma surpresa, mas vale a pena pelas musicas dos beathes e pelas piadas/alivio comico que estam bem engracadas.… Expand
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FredGarciaJun 29, 2019
A sweet sad happy and surprising time at the movies. Logic issues aside it left me feeling very positive.Well worth your time especially if you're a Beatles fan.
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AcaciaJun 29, 2019
My husband and I saw this movie and thoroughly enjoyed it! It is amazing how writers come up with scenarios for movies, and this one is quite unique. Jack Malik (played perfectly by Himish Patel) is a struggling musician. During a worldMy husband and I saw this movie and thoroughly enjoyed it! It is amazing how writers come up with scenarios for movies, and this one is quite unique. Jack Malik (played perfectly by Himish Patel) is a struggling musician. During a world wide 12-second blackout, he is hit by a bus in the total darkness. Afterward, he discovers, much to his amazement, that no one else in the world remembers the Beatles! What? How can this be? He tries desperately to remember all the word to their songs, and begins passing them off as his own. Eventually, he ends up on the radar of a big star in the music industry, and life starts to get very complicated. Lily James is always lovely, and here she plays his manager and good friend. As the movie goes along, there is a running gag that is so much fun. Look for the last thread as the movie ends. Very fun! Also, there is a sweet surprise in the latter part of the film that moved me so much. This is a sweet, fun movie that, for some reason, made me see so much clearer just how great those songs by the Beatles are. So much more so than when hearing them on the radio! Go see it! I can’t “Imagine” you won’t enjoy it!… Expand
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PanchogulApr 18, 2020
Yesterday (2019)

Sinopsis: Jack Malik es un cantautor británico que sueña con la fama y cuenta con el apoyo incondicional de su amiga Ellie. Tras un accidente, Jack se da cuenta que es la única persona que puede recordar a los Beatles.Yesterday (2019)

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Jack Malik es un cantautor británico que sueña con la fama y cuenta con el apoyo incondicional de su amiga Ellie. Tras un accidente, Jack se da cuenta que es la única persona que puede recordar a los Beatles.

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De partida no quería ver esta película porque la trama me parecía absurda y un poco infantil, pero me empezó a picar el gusanito y decidí arriesgarme, lo cual resultó en un error fatal.
Para mi fue una completa basura, debo mencionar que no me gustan The Beatles, pero reconozco su trayectoria e impacto cultural y encontré de muy mal gusto que usaran su nombre en una historia tan ridícula, ya sea, un mundo donde obviamente todos conocen a la banda y al otro día solo el protagonista los conoce y canta sus canciones haciéndose famoso, sinceramente mi mente solo sabía procesar rechazo y mas rechazo, además la dupla principal tampoco ayuda a que la experiencia sea amena por lo menos, el tipo que ni recuerdo su nombre es tan buen actor como yo un buen dibujante (no se dibujar) y la amiga del mismo, una tal Lily James tiene el carisma y simpatía de un insecticida sin mencionar que ella misma no se la pudo siendo Cenicienta en la película homónima tal cual tampoco Emma Watson en La Bella y la Bestia.

Entre Cats y Yesterday, prefiero que me viole un hámster.

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ScraperJul 15, 2019
Conversations in the movie are interrupted about twenty times by a phone ringing or someone walking in to the room by accident. It became hilarious how often this happened. Yesterday is the kind of movie that is so poorly written and triteConversations in the movie are interrupted about twenty times by a phone ringing or someone walking in to the room by accident. It became hilarious how often this happened. Yesterday is the kind of movie that is so poorly written and trite that it takes an act of will to make it through. The only reason plot lines aren't sewn up quickly is because the main character is made to stutter when trying to express himself. If he, or anyone else, is about to say something meaningful they're interrupted. Yesterday takes the easy, predictable route at every turn. This was a concept in the ledger of a corporate studio exec, thrown out to a group of staff writers who cranked it out never daring to touch a risk, introspection, or explain much of anything.… Expand
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RingoJun 28, 2019
Unfortunately, this film is not half as good as I expected. The story is quite boring and disjointed and there isn't enough of the legendary music. The director seemed to not be taking too much interest in what he was doing. Maybe he wasUnfortunately, this film is not half as good as I expected. The story is quite boring and disjointed and there isn't enough of the legendary music. The director seemed to not be taking too much interest in what he was doing. Maybe he was pissed all the time or just so bored and broke he thought he'd give his career one last shot. Beatles fans will appreciate the music but all in all this is definitely not up to expectations.… Expand
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fantasyJun 29, 2019
I was so looking forward to seeing this movie. How could you not with the entire world never hearing of the Beatles and their great music except for one down and out person. The premise was outstanding for a romantic musical comedy.I was so looking forward to seeing this movie. How could you not with the entire world never hearing of the Beatles and their great music except for one down and out person. The premise was outstanding for a romantic musical comedy. Unfortunately, within a half an hour the entire movie comes off the rails as it disintegrates into a boring, by the numbers, predictable “how did they completely ruin this movie!” Avoid.… Expand
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MiracSpectacJan 15, 2020
An utterly forgettable film with a clear lack of inspiration and audience. Given the general flavor given to various Beatles media over the past decade, I would think a modern tribute of this caliber would produce a fun visual experience atAn utterly forgettable film with a clear lack of inspiration and audience. Given the general flavor given to various Beatles media over the past decade, I would think a modern tribute of this caliber would produce a fun visual experience at the very least. Instead, Yesterday is content showing little and saying even less.… Expand
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MarkHReviewsJul 5, 2019
“Yesterday” is based on a truly inspired premise: following a 12-second blackout around the globe, we enter a world where no one other than the hero of the piece, Jack Malik, has ever heard of The Beatles. We never know why, we just become“Yesterday” is based on a truly inspired premise: following a 12-second blackout around the globe, we enter a world where no one other than the hero of the piece, Jack Malik, has ever heard of The Beatles. We never know why, we just become aware that it’s happened. This turn of events is extremely convenient, since Jack is a musician who would have to improve his stage presence and his repertoire in order to graduate to the category of “struggling artist.” But suddenly, Jack has at his disposal the entire Beatles songbook. Appropriating their songs as his own, Jack becomes an overnight sensation.

This film benefits from a fabulous cast, in both major and minor roles. As Jack, Himesh Patel (“EastEnders”) is an appealing, compelling actor with the musical chops to carry off his singing role convincingly. As his friend/manager Ellie, Lily James (“Downton Abbey,” “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again”) is simply luminous. James is so appealing that one of the more implausible elements of the script is Jack’s ambivalence about his feelings for her. Ed Sheeran, as Ed Sheeran, is funny and self-deprecating. Sarah Lancashire (“Happy Valley”) clearly is enjoying herself in a small but critical role.

For 80% of the film, the story, the music and the characters are all great fun. We’re treated to a series of well-delivered Beatles tunes (18 in all), a pretty traditional rom-com story line and the feeling that “all our troubles seemed so far away.” And there are so many places the screenplay could have taken us: an exploration of the dangers of instant fame, a critique of the music industry, a dissection of the consequences of building a career on plagiarism. Instead, in act three, Screenwriter Richard Curtis (“Love Actually,” the under-appreciated “Pirate Radio”) simply loses his mind. Inexplicably, he introduces a gratuitous Beatles reference that had many, including myself, squirming with discomfort. And the way Curtis’s script resolves the love story and Jack’s plagiarism is unsatisfyingly simplistic to the point of insulting the audience. I don’t think I’ve ever before experienced a movie where I was so appreciative of the initial premise, so won over by the characters and so transported by the music, only to leave during the closing credits feeling let down, frustrated, even offended. “Now I need a place to hide away, oh I believed in ‘Yesterday.’”… Expand
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Millard12Jun 28, 2019
Loved this movie, so different, lead actor brilliant and can sing! Who cares if its not appearing as real, its a lot of fun. Would love to know Ed's thoughts!
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One-rAug 9, 2019
"Yesterday", just as "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "Rocketman", is meant to be a film based on a band, so a lot of The Beatle's music is supposed to be played during the course of it, but it failed to do so as they kept switching back and forth
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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I always had the intention of hate-watching this movie. From the first time I saw the trailer months ago, it seemed clear that someone in some business room in New York had written down a hipster trash madlib five minutes before their pitch-meeting and this was the outcome. Beatles music slash quirky actors slash scenario in which everyone gets to act like they’re discovering said Beatles music for the first time in 2019 seems like some pretty obvious chummed water for thirsty clout-chasers (thanks teenager who taught me that term last week) like myself. Anyway, Wife and Friend were too stupid to avoid it, so I went to roll my eyes and drunkenly heckle the screen.

The trailers were ominous for this one: actually showed the trailer for Yesterday ten minutes before we saw it. People in the audience were audibly upset. One man shouted something like, “Is this what they do in movies now? Show you the movie before you see the movie?” And then instead of Yesterday, we got the first three minutes of The Dead Don’t Die, as if the universe was telling us it would be better if you didn’t.

In short, the trailer is the movie. There is no twist, no mind-bending rabbit hole you have to follow, nothing to untangle. If we can move into spoiler territory for a moment, some annoyances: 1) Wonderwall is missing from their new world, but is never covered by Jack, 2) the film never deals with any of the gaping plot holes of multiverse concept it’s created for itself, e.g. if Wonderwall doesn’t exist how do Jack and Ellie meet each other in middle school when Ellie is his manager for the Wonderwall cover?, and–this was always my big bugbear–3) how do we have modern pop culture and pop music without the influence of the Beatles in the first place?

After having had a few weeks to stew over this, why is Ed Sheeran billed as the Salieri of songwriting? I feel like it’s probably supposed to be pretty tongue-in-cheek, but why do they have an impromptu songwriting competition after ten minutes? Is that how real music is written?

I like the idea that the magic of the film gives Jack a way of dealing with every artist’s feelings of imposter syndrome, but in his case his feelings of inadequacy are actually about being an imposter, not just by feeling like one. The ending is clearly an old man’s understanding of the internet and how music sharing works, as Friend says. “I will release all these files as downloads for you to share for free” is the fairy godmother ending of someone who willfully misunderstandings the way that Jack’s label will sue his ass for copyright infringement till kingdom come.

Friend and Wife agreed that the film wouldn’t have been able to stand on its own without Beatles music, which is all the confirmation I needed for its bogus premise. Hard pass.

Vanity Fair confirmed my feelings with some passive aggressive questions. It correctly notes the weird tone deafness of Saw Her Standing There and odd romcom trope of Megging the main character so that we must imagine him uglier than he actually is.… Expand
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Mason_The_2ndJan 4, 2020
Do you know what’s sad? I came in to expect liking this movie. But it ended up being my 2nd least favorite movie of the year right next to CATS (Which is also a Working Title film.) Yesterday is a boring and broken film that is a waste of anDo you know what’s sad? I came in to expect liking this movie. But it ended up being my 2nd least favorite movie of the year right next to CATS (Which is also a Working Title film.) Yesterday is a boring and broken film that is a waste of an interesting premise. Even with its solid performances and charm, it does not make up for the confusing story, bad jokes, forgettable characters, slow pacing, and terrible writing choices (Ed Sheeran is in this movie for no reason other than "OoH lOoK iT's Ed ShEeRaN eVeRyBoDy"). Also, the ending just pisses me off in so many ways. Yea it's a cute ending with Jack revealing the truth and showing his love for his girlfriend... BUT.

It never shows how Jack ended up in this story after the accident. Was he in a coma? Did he somehow wake up to another universe (Maybe Aliens were involved somehow)? Did God just wipe everyone's memories out? IDK. It's. Never. Answered. I get that it's a fantasy, but you gotta at least give some sort of explanation on this, otherwise, it's just going to be confusing for everybody. But even if that wasn't a problem, the rest of the film would be an unfunny and confusing mess of a movie. I guess I would recommend it if you're a Beatles fan, but for others... Go watch Rocketman instead.… Expand
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JordanLaytonApr 30, 2020
A bit annoyed by how much this movie absolutely worships the music of the Beatles. Yes, their music is great, catchy, and timeless, but it was so much more than just their music that made them the sensation they were. If the world really didA bit annoyed by how much this movie absolutely worships the music of the Beatles. Yes, their music is great, catchy, and timeless, but it was so much more than just their music that made them the sensation they were. If the world really did forget the Beatles except for one rando failing man and that man started performing their music, I'm sorry but I just don't believe their music alone would cast a spell on everyone that heard it and elevate that man to stardom. There was an opportunity here to show the real struggle of independent musicians and artists. That even with songs that have the potential to be loved around the world, it takes a LOT more than that to achieve Beatles-level success, namely a lot of luck and a lot of connections. A movie with this premise could have shared the lesser known story of the failing artist with an audience that came to the movie wanting to see music they love. That love of the music would have put the films audience directly into the same level of frustration as the character would have been in. Instead, we got another movie that worships The Beatles. That's fine I guess, but this premise could have been so much more. I didn't like or side with any of the characters and the film clearly wanted me to. Also, there was far too much Ed Sheeran music for a Beatles movie.… Expand
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LogithegreatApr 29, 2020
One of the worst resolutions in all forms of media of all time. So bad in fact I made a Metacritic account just to rate how bad it was. Up until the climax the movie was a solid 7+ but how they summed everything up to basically to be a horridOne of the worst resolutions in all forms of media of all time. So bad in fact I made a Metacritic account just to rate how bad it was. Up until the climax the movie was a solid 7+ but how they summed everything up to basically to be a horrid selfish forced awkward love triangle really killed everything good about the movie.… Expand
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buffmysequelJul 8, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a tentative fan of both Boyle and Curtis and an even Beatles fan I thought that this movie would indeed tickle my fancy in more ways but one. Did I leave the theater satisfied? Yes. Did I leave blown away? No. Will I bother watching this film again? No. My thoughts are that this film was a missed opportunity to explore the wonderful back catalogue of the greatest band since music was first recorded. Instead, we are left with a movie devoid of character development (especially in the two main protagonists) and instead relying on silly cameos from Ed Sheeran who I felt wasn't great in this, stick to music Ed. Perhaps a bit of history between the two main characters from their youth? Instead of the stupid cut back to the "wonderwall" scene? Another issue is the plot, how can somebody remember all of the chords and lyrics to all of the Beatles songs? Why do the two characters who visit Jack after the hotel / beach gig remember the Beatles also? This isn't explained very well. Why did John Lennon not start his own band? Where were the other 3 Beatles during this? I left with a longing for more information, but certainly not a longing for more of this film, the idea is good, the way that the idea is put onto screen isn't. Nothing to do with the cast, but I feel the writing and direction wasn't as good as the two names that are associated with this movie should be.… Expand
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DeiradinnJan 26, 2020
I really enjoyed this movie, I don't honestly see why anyone would have any distances for the movie. It speaks about being happy, love of good music, and everything. Loved it.
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DukeJonJul 25, 2021
A pleasant way to spend some time. Great soundtrack, of course, as it's the Beatles we're talking about here. Good performance by the leads (in particular Kate McKinnon as the agent) and good vocal renditions by the lead. Some bittersweetA pleasant way to spend some time. Great soundtrack, of course, as it's the Beatles we're talking about here. Good performance by the leads (in particular Kate McKinnon as the agent) and good vocal renditions by the lead. Some bittersweet moments along the way. Recommended.… Expand
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Jes1310Mar 10, 2021
One of Danny Boyles least interesting films. The everlasting classic Beatles songs are very well used, and I really like the Jack Malick versions. The story is very straightforward and after 5 minutes I knew exactly what was going to happen.One of Danny Boyles least interesting films. The everlasting classic Beatles songs are very well used, and I really like the Jack Malick versions. The story is very straightforward and after 5 minutes I knew exactly what was going to happen. Yesterday is enjoyable but forgotten soon after.… Expand
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VonSeuxSep 22, 2019
Ed Sheeran is great on this autobiography, except the music he had stolen did not came from a different dimension!
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HucksterMar 8, 2021
I loved this film. Quirky, humble and intimate. Great acting and lots of English humour. As a child of the 60s I never knew I loved the Beatles music so much. The lead actor does a brilliant job of reinventing their music while ensuringI loved this film. Quirky, humble and intimate. Great acting and lots of English humour. As a child of the 60s I never knew I loved the Beatles music so much. The lead actor does a brilliant job of reinventing their music while ensuring that everything that was so special, original and perfect in their tunes and lyrics comes through. Certainly a film to watch over and over.… Expand
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dannyt986Oct 31, 2019
Meh. The premise is quite amusing and the songs fun, but the Jack Malik character really is just a self absorbed loser without any redeeming qualities, even by the end of the film.
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FranzHcriticJul 6, 2019
I don't doubt that most Beatles fans will feel nostalgic at all of their favorite songs, but as a film itself, it leans too heavily on sentiment, being so mawkish I could sometimes feel it in my gut. It felt like a movie that shouldn't haveI don't doubt that most Beatles fans will feel nostalgic at all of their favorite songs, but as a film itself, it leans too heavily on sentiment, being so mawkish I could sometimes feel it in my gut. It felt like a movie that shouldn't have been PG-13, that should have added more grit. I could even say it shouldn't have ended so happily. Not a bad film, it has a solid premise, just weighed down by the cliches.… Expand
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eagleeyevikingJul 18, 2020
"Yesterday" is sweet, cute, crowd-pleasing, and compelling in parts, like when it satires the modern music industry. However, the entire film is formulaic, shallow, and anti-climatic.
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peterf28Nov 4, 2020
Yes good movie I liked ... Good music :) .. and peacefull comedy .... Not aggressive ...
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Voodoo123Mar 5, 2020
An of course ridiculous premise, tv grade cinematography and medicore screenplay are bolstered by the talented cast. Yesterday is watchable and entertaining enough but ultimately lacks the movie magic to be truly memorable....
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Tbone413Sep 22, 2021
The premise that could have fallen flat ended up being well executed and of course the soundtrack is amazing, it’s the Beatles! It had some predictable moments and moments where the second hand embarrassment took over but overall it wasThe premise that could have fallen flat ended up being well executed and of course the soundtrack is amazing, it’s the Beatles! It had some predictable moments and moments where the second hand embarrassment took over but overall it was really enjoyable and Patel’s performance was superb.… Expand
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RalfbergsFeb 29, 2020
Good movie, interesting, feel good type movie, even though had dumb moments and maybe given a bit higher rating than should, I think overall it was quite good.
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viewershipDec 15, 2022
Enjoyable and lighthearted film, with a strong performance from Lily James. It did feel pretty low-stakes and fluffy, and Kate McKinnon's character was way over the top, but it didn't ruin the movie for me.
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alejandro970Jan 29, 2022
Can you imagine a world where your favorite rock band never existed? Applying the idea to The Beatles is very original and has enough to please those who identify with the Liverpool quartet, although the impression remains that it lacked someCan you imagine a world where your favorite rock band never existed? Applying the idea to The Beatles is very original and has enough to please those who identify with the Liverpool quartet, although the impression remains that it lacked some flavor. Without waste.… Expand
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bataguilaOct 14, 2019
Incoherente por todos lados la historia, el actor no tiene carisma. El reparto todo es estúpido para hacer chistes.
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ahmedaiman1999Feb 1, 2020
With Steve Jobs and now Yesterday, I'm sure now that Danny Boyle's direction suffers recently from a major problem: taking a back seat to the screenwriter. I had almost no problem with that with Steve Jobs simply because it was Aaron SorkinWith Steve Jobs and now Yesterday, I'm sure now that Danny Boyle's direction suffers recently from a major problem: taking a back seat to the screenwriter. I had almost no problem with that with Steve Jobs simply because it was Aaron Sorkin who wrote the script. Here it's Richard Curtis, and if this says anything, it says that he's definitely not the right person to develop this promising concept and make something creative out of it. The result is an unsurprisingly uninspired, perfunctory, overly-sentimental, cliché-filled, clumsy and even, occasionally, implausible film. Nevertheless, it's still charming and feel-good film that has likable performances (especially from the always-amiable Lily James) and bits of creativity -especially towards the end- that enhanced the dramatic and romantic aspects of it and made them work fairly well.

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IsaacJJul 6, 2019
There’s no movie premise more fun than the ‘what if’ question; void of the wonderings of why and the logistics of a situation we are simply allowed to accept it and enjoy the fantasy that follows. Here, Danny Boyle and Richard Curtis approachThere’s no movie premise more fun than the ‘what if’ question; void of the wonderings of why and the logistics of a situation we are simply allowed to accept it and enjoy the fantasy that follows. Here, Danny Boyle and Richard Curtis approach a weighty ‘what if’ question to terrify all music aficionados… what if the Beatles never existed? Or, more suitably, what if only one man (luck would have it a down-on-his-luck singer-songwriter) remembered their classic tunes? In Yesterday, that man is Jack Malik (Himesh Patel in his big-screen debut), who is conveniently hit by a bus simultaneously as a split-second power outage hits the globe. Jack awakens in this all but identical parallel dimension; except no one has heard of John, Paul, George or Ringo. It’s not long before our protagonist starts to realise that this isn’t a curse but rather a blessing as he starts to gain huge success by painstakingly recreating the band’s songs and claiming them as his own to the unknowing world. The concept of Yesterday is an intriguing one, if a little familiar. What would perhaps be most exciting about the film however is that it sees two tour de forces of British cinema, Boyle and Curtis, working together for the first time. In Yesterday, it feels as if Boyle’s contribution seems slightly smothered in the tone and style of the latter; this feels very much like a Richard Curtis affair and unfortunately not an entirely brilliant one. In the first third of the film, the pace breezes nicely along; we are introduced to Jack and his hum-drum life, including his curious relationship with manager Ellie (the endlessly charismatic Lily James). There’s some classic Curtis writing here; joshing banter, wry humour and a good level of heart. A notably great scene comes from comedy powerhouses Sanjeev Bhaskar and Meera Sayal as Jack’s parents, one of many early moments that makes what is to follow look promising.
It is a huge shame, therefore, that Yesterday slides off the rails, leaving behind its interesting premise to settle as a forgettable and frankly quite dull romcom that feels like lesser work from both Boyle and Curtis. There’s one particular sequence where the film makes a horrifically misjudged turn and, from then on, meanders and warbles to a barely conclusive and unsatisfying ending. Himesh Patel leads the cast as Jack and one can’t fault his utter commitment to what I’m sure will be a career-boosting role. However, despite this, Jack is a fundamentally unlikeable character; throughout the film he lumbers and sulks his way from screen-to-screen to the point that one wonders why we care about him in the first place. The same is true of the rest of the cast; Kate McKinnon does her best as a one-dimensional corporate music manager whose comedic novelty swiftly wears off and even James, who charmed the roof off in last year’s Mamma Mia sequel, is given very little to work with. I hate to say that the real problem here seems to lie in Curtis’ writing; whilst there are a few funny moments and characters (Joel Fry is superb as the hapless Rocky echoing Rhys Ifans in a better Curtis outing Notting Hill), largely there’s very little to Yesterday that gives in any sort of kick. The ‘what if’ scenario that actually could be interesting seems always to be playing second place to Patel and James’ bland love story, a 120-min will-they-won’t-they… despite the fact we know they will. After the first third, there are occasional beads of hilarity and heart but these are largely lost within a sea of banal aimlessness that feels like borderline laziness on behalf of its creators who we know can do so much more. Equally, there are other aspects of Yesterday that don’t play in its favour; the jukebox soundtrack is limited and underplayed, the editing choices are bizarre and the graphic effects tragically tacky. That is not to say that Yesterday doesn’t have its moments; Patel’s rendition of the titular hit early on is an empathetically portrayed sequence and a scene featuring a leading Beatle is beautifully poignant. Plus there are some brilliant supporting performances from the likes of Bhaskar, Sayal and Fry. In fact, it is these faint glimmers of what Yesterday could have been that make the end result even more disappointing. In the end, the clever premise is left behind in favour of a cliched, muddled and overlong summer romcom that won’t go down in history like the Beatles any time soon.… Expand
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Sean_The_CriticJul 6, 2019
This movie wasn't bad, yet it just left me bored and ready to leave the theater. The music wasn't used quite enough, as opposed to it music beautifully used in Bohemian Rhapsody. I am a big fan of almost all of The Beatles music, yet theyThis movie wasn't bad, yet it just left me bored and ready to leave the theater. The music wasn't used quite enough, as opposed to it music beautifully used in Bohemian Rhapsody. I am a big fan of almost all of The Beatles music, yet they barely used the songs and they skipped over any big performance that was highlighted. The story surrounding it was so bland and predictable, as when i first saw the trailers for the movie, i thought they would've added that he had woken from a coma at the end, then went on to live a life he dreamed had been what he wanted.… Expand
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JessthespiderJul 29, 2019
I wanted to hate this movie. I do not like the Beatles, I can't get into there music but this movie is inoffensive at heart. It left me just wanting to get up and leave I was so bored but It didn't do anything more. It wasn't a shamelessI wanted to hate this movie. I do not like the Beatles, I can't get into there music but this movie is inoffensive at heart. It left me just wanting to get up and leave I was so bored but It didn't do anything more. It wasn't a shameless reboot or an easy cashgrab. So eh it gets pretty much a pass from me.… Expand
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sa_l_tAug 1, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film isn't insulting to the audience, it's not full to the brim with bad acting and it's not bastardised with poorly timed jokes which barely land. It's not an objectively 'bad' film - it's just incredibly boring and is laced with equally boring, overused, idiotic tropes.

I can see why others might've enjoyed the film, hell, I watched it with 2 friends who liked it. But I find that nitpickers and overthinkers, like myself, easily find themselves asking questions such as: "Why is there only 3 people who remember The Beatles and do they have any significance?", "How alien, unrealistic and trope-heavy could that love interest get?", and "How the ever-loving **** did they get that yellow submarine?".

I found the main character to be boring and with no proper, specific characteristics; the side characters unnecessary and annoying; and the antagonist to be childish and pertaining to a caricature (though this was likely intended to be a well-deserved jab at the buisnessmen behind the music industry).

The scene near the end of the film when the love interest drops her back-up love interest for her main love interest so that the protagonist could have a 'satisfying' conclusion to the b-plot is nothing short of confusing and completely unrealistic, Jesus that was a mouthful.

Anyway yeah, it was pretty **** would never watch again but I'm happy I got to be mad over something.

(Ok last thing but there was no reason for the film to be called 'Yesterday' - to make that decision more concrete they should've made the protagonist play it during his final concert, and perhaps instead of Wonderwall during his flashback - that would've made the film feel more intact and cohesive, whilst giving a reason (although weak) as to why The Beatles was the specific band to be 'forgotten': because it's directly special to him).… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 25, 2021
This is a pleasant, mildly amusing music based fantasy film. The main plot intrigued me and I thought it was an entertaining watch but it also felt a little too...fluffy might be the word? its a nice and interesting film but there isn't muchThis is a pleasant, mildly amusing music based fantasy film. The main plot intrigued me and I thought it was an entertaining watch but it also felt a little too...fluffy might be the word? its a nice and interesting film but there isn't much explored in terms of what effect on the world there not having been any knowledge of the Beatles may potentially have had. Having read that Richard Curtis wrote the screenplay, that didn't surprise me too much. There is, almost inevitably, the moral quandry element, which was also, good. Its a good film, just not especially great, stand-out or overly memorable as such. It was nice seeing Sarah Lancashire and Sanjeev Bhaskar in it too. I'd recommend it to people interested in a light and pleasant watch I suppose.… Expand
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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020
Yesterday, or no other day?

The Stream: An extra long Beatles concert that drags on for two hours. The Big Screen: A musical concert with some very good humor. The Final Bill: Music lovers and Beatles fan will enjoy this road tour of inYesterday, or no other day?

The Stream: An extra long Beatles concert that drags on for two hours.

The Big Screen: A musical concert with some very good humor.

The Final Bill: Music lovers and Beatles fan will enjoy this road tour of in theaters while casual fans should save some bucks by streaming it.

-S2S

This week, we had the distinct pleasure of attending a pre-screening of the movie, Yesterday. A movie that is set for release on June 28th and seems to be flying under the radar. Himesh Patel is the lead actor and it is good to see a fellow person of color in a film that would typically lack melanin. This film was directed by Danny Boyle who became famous for his films, Slumdog Millionaire, 127 hours, Trainspotting and 28 Hours Later. This movie seems to have good bones to it. Let’s get to the nitty gritty.

Let’s begin by talking about of the positives. Himesh plays Jack Malik, an aspiring singer/songwriter looking for his big break, but quickly nearing the end of his rope. Himesh plays an extremely relatable character. You feel every bit of emotion he pours into the film. He takes us on a bike ride and we feel every single lump along the way. On top of that, I was pleasantly surprised by his great singing ability (unless that’s actually not him and then they did and excellent job covering that up).

Along with Himesh, the cast had a very good rapport with each other, especially Lily James as Ellie. The sexual tension is palpable between them and it truly enhanced the movie. In fact, the true essence of this movie is not about the Beatles music. Without giving too much of the movie away, the true essence of this movie is what will a person choose when the have two competing desires in their heart. Also, how much is your soul worth, even if in reality it actually costs you nothing. Enough of that deep talk, the movie has good comedic moments, a bunch anchored by Kate McKinnon.

With all that said, facially this movie is just an extra long Beatles and Ed Sheeran concert. Depending on who you are, that could be your worst nightmare or it will get very old very quickly (way too much Ed Sheeran). I did find that the storyline took way too long to progress and was WAY too obvious. Just a typical, unrequited love storyline in a different gift box. This movie also leaves the viewer completely confused by the reality of the movie. The producers have fun with the reality they created, but I believe viewers would have appreciated a resolution for that part of the storyline as well.

Long story short, those of you who loved the British Invasion should see this movie in theaters in some fashion because you receive a 2 for 1 (a concert and romantic comedy). Those of you looking for a last minute date night movie, should also consider watching this movie, especially if your date can appreciate good music. Otherwise, casual moviegoers should avoid this movie in the theaters, BUT will find a nice treat when it hits Netflix, Hulu, or Redbox.… Expand
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SashkoPrymakMay 23, 2020
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Dan_BApr 4, 2021
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Una encantadora distopía musical y romántica Extracto Yesterday es una encantadora combinación de distopía, comedia romántica, cuento de hadas y película tributo, sobre un cantante aficionado que despierta en un mundo(Español / English)

Una encantadora distopía musical y romántica

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Yesterday es una encantadora combinación de distopía, comedia romántica, cuento de hadas y película tributo, sobre un cantante aficionado que despierta en un mundo que no guarda registro de Los Beatles

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Jack Malik (Himesh Patel) es repositor en un supermercado y de noche canta sus temas en algunos bares de su pueblo o en pequeños festivales, contando con el apoyo como “representante” de su amiga Ellie (Lily James). Luego de sufrir un accidente que coincide con un extraño fenómeno global, Jack despierta en un mundo donde no hay rastros de Los Beatles. Esta circunstancia le imprimirá un giro decisivo a su vida.

La última película de Danny Boyle combina acertadamente varios géneros: la distopía “focalizada”, la comedia romántica, el cuento de hadas y la película homenaje y lo hace con su habitual potencia visual y un ritmo que no decae. Y el resultado es encantador.

Si bien la distopía y el humor le van cediendo lugar a la comedia romántica, la primera no desaparece nunca y reserva al menos dos momentos muy originales y emotivos. Su premisa no es sólo un disparador argumental, sino que trae a colación, varios temas: la fama como accidente y como misterio, los precursores musicales, las canciones y su contexto de creación, el legado musical, la atemporalidad del genio, las inesperadas conexiones de elementos pertenecientes a ámbitos y categorías diferentes. Y el relato los va poniendo en escena de manera ingeniosa (y muchas veces graciosa) y nunca forzada.

Patel está perfecto como Jack en su circunstancia extraordinaria (y además canta muy bien) y la Ellie de la encantadora Lily James sabe lucir tanto sus luces como sus sombras. Hay una participación destacada del cantante Ed Sheeran y Kate McKinnon se mueve a sus anchas en el papel de una poderosa y despiadada representante de artistas.



A charming musical and romantic dystopia

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Yesterday is a charming combination of dystopia, romantic comedy, fairy tale and tribute film, about an amateur singer who wakes up in a world that does not keep track of The Beatles.


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Jack Malik (Himesh Patel) is a repositor in a supermarket and at night he sings his songs in some bars in his town or at small festivals, counting on the support of him as a “representative” of his friend Ellie (Lily James ). After suffering an accident that coincides with a strange global phenomenon, Jack awakens in a world where there are no traces of The Beatles. This circumstance will give a decisive turn to his life.

Danny Boyle's latest film aptly combines several genres: “focused” dystopia, romantic comedy, fairy tale and tribute film, and does so with its usual visual power and never-ending pacing. And the result is lovely.

Although dystopia and humor are giving way to romantic comedy, the first never disappears and reserves at least two very original and emotional moments. Its premise is not only a plot trigger, but brings up several themes: fame as an accident and as a mystery, musical precursors, songs and their context of creation, the musical legacy, the timelessness of genius, the unexpected connections of elements belonging to different scopes and categories. And the story is staging them in an ingenious way (and often funny) and never forced.

Patel is perfect as Jack in his extraordinary circumstance (and also sings very well) and the Ellie of the lovely Lily James knows how to shine both her lights and her shadows. There is a prominent participation of singer Ed Sheeran and Kate McKinnon moves at ease in the role of a powerful and ruthless artist representative.… Expand
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iCampoRamilApr 23, 2021
El concepto, o sea, la premisa, está muy bien, es de lo mejor que tiene, sinceramente, pero no deja de ser muy simplona como película.
La banda sonora, que no sería la forma más correcta de denominarla, es decir, la música, es lo mejor queEl concepto, o sea, la premisa, está muy bien, es de lo mejor que tiene, sinceramente, pero no deja de ser muy simplona como película.
La banda sonora, que no sería la forma más correcta de denominarla, es decir, la música, es lo mejor que tiene, evidentemente, que auténtica maravilla.
El "cameo" si le podemos llamar de esa forma, muy chulo, muy simbólico. Las referencias y demás a todo lo que engloba la película, está cargada de simbolismo, todo dado a la dirección, que e también de las cosas positivas.
Me gusta que no se basen en el desarrollo del héroe, tiene toda la pinta, pese a que el desarrollo es malísimo, pero caer en ese cliché me parecería más mal que bien, y al final no lo utilizaron, así que lo salvaron algo.
El final es bastante esperable, a decir verdad, pero bien.
La peli es bonita de ver, sencilla, creo que intenta ser algo más de la cuenta, y no lo es, porque no es ni como para tirar cohetes.
En conclusión, entre pasable e interesante, no llega a ser una maravilla, pero tampoco es tan regulera. Está un poco en el limbo. Buena dirección, te deja un buen sabor de boca la música que lo engloba, pero todo se basa en la premisa, quizás algo mal desarrollada, o quizás por un no tan buen guion como cabía esperar, no deja de ser una comedia romántica veraniega.… Expand
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GeraldSprayJan 26, 2021
Don't be fooled by the title. This is a generic romantic comedy standing on the merit of Beatles songs. Strange camera techniques are occasionally used for no apparent reason, and I assume that the director was going for an indie look.Don't be fooled by the title. This is a generic romantic comedy standing on the merit of Beatles songs. Strange camera techniques are occasionally used for no apparent reason, and I assume that the director was going for an indie look. Unfortunately, nothing is done particularly new with the themes or characters, making this feel a whole lot more like a thinly-disguised studio film.… Expand
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CarlElmoreNov 22, 2022
I love The Beatles and the inclusion of their music is really well done but I wish the story and characters were fleshed out more.
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