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Nebraska - a movie that is extraordinary thanks to it's normality@aurzeq1190d

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There are movies that do not have an incredible plot and where for the whole duration practically nothing happens... usually the main feeling is one of dissatisfaction and bitterness in the mouth, clearly feeling that you have wasted two hours of your life. But there are other times when, despite the fact that there is no action or plot twist, you end the film with a smile, with the feeling of having seen something interesting and engaging. Nebraska left me with this feeling after finishing it, the story is nothing exceptional and there are no plot twists (maybe one or two, but I wouldn't call them such), but I became attached to its characters because they are 'normal', like any of us could be in our normal lives, with common problems in which we could all see ourselves. This in my opinion is the greatest strength of this film, it does not try to be special or to make us dream, it shoves reality in our faces as it is and as we all know it in our everyday lives. And I personally appreciated that very much.

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Plot

A senior citizen named Woody Grant believes he has won $1 million in a marketing competition. His family is opposed to him traveling to Nebraska to claim his money because of his mental condition. Only David, his son, is persuaded to go with him so as not to let him down in his belief. The two protagonists' road trip is important since it gives them a chance to improve their relationship. The brief vacation to his hometown to see family reveals a particular aspect of American society.

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The family

Bruce's tenacity, which Ross and his wife (Bruce's wife) have so harshly criticized, offers a chance for everyone in the family to come together, from the smallest and most significant nucleus (the strictly domestic one) to the largest and most diverse one (the one with the broadest range of family members in all degrees of kinship). A relationship that is genuine and open cannot always be established simply because of a blood or friendship connection. The family institution is depicted as an emphatic and unsettling environment; just consider the protagonist's stubborn wife or the relatives that resemble snakes and are ready to beg Woody for money to pay off old obligations. Bruce the fault for blindly believing everyone and approving every request. In reality, as his son points out, the father is left without a purpose, and it is precisely out of this anxiety that his mind tries to cling to anything, even creating a parallel universe where the protagonist can find comfort. The soundtrack that subtly accompanies these scenes also helps to make this portion of the movie very emotional.

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Old age

The fundamental theme of the story is how quickly time passes. It discusses the condition of old age and its potential implications, which is a topic worth contemplating. The protagonist of the movie, a regular average American man, is treated with many sympathies as he battles an illness common to persons his age. The son's decision—to allow his father to live in a pleasant and consoling delusion or to bring him back to reality—is important. Their relationship is as real as it can be in my opinion, it is not romanticised or sweetened to make it pleasant... the father continues to be an alcoholic and (let's face it) also an a**hole. Of course there are moments when it seems that their relationship improves, and it probably does to some extent, but there is always the bitter taste in the mouth of reality, which is that people cannot change that much. Perhaps the best course of action in the face of such a depressing vision is to withdraw into one's own thinking, which at the very least provides comfort and a justification for one's life.

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The movie

Nebraska is a movie that is full of positive sentiments but expresses them with bitterness and irony, giving the audience a tragicomic sense of decadence.The plot of the movie follows the on-the-road format of earlier American films, but in this case, the route gets destroyed almost right away to create room for the portrayal of a tiny, selfish, and lazy region. Payne disproves a number of clichés about American society in Nebraska, starting with the idea that the American dream has now essentially degenerated into waste paper, much like that postcard offering an impossible million-dollar jackpot. Payne creates a picture of a simple rural America that he is familiar with because he was born and raised there. He also offers a story about adults and the elderly that is clearly characterized even in the most minor characters. Bruce Dern, who won the Best Male Actor prize at Cannes, had an excellent performance. He is genuinely exceptional in his portrayal of this intriguing character, a furious, moving, and resentful soldier of the past. Willy Forte's portrayal of his son David is as compelling, and they are surrounded by a talented group of character actors, with special mention going to Bob Odenkirk, Stacy Keach, and June Squib.

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Conclusion

The movie has a flawless visual design, a great screenplay, and a great cast that is flawless from the very first to the very last role. The story is strengthened by the stunning cinematography. The direction is very good, and the decision to keep the pictures stationary while describing the American rural landscapes in long shots is visually pleasing. Due to its close resemblance to real paintings, each frame might be shown in an art gallery. The last touch is the soundtrack, which highlights the frequently melancholy and sometimes carefree emotions of our protagonists. I suggest to everyone to watch it!!!

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Rating

My personal vote is:

9.0/10

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›Nebraska || A film for everyone who cares about family ties!@cute-cactus1387d
I wanted to make a bit of a difference in choosing the film I'm going to watch tonight. Like the wind blowing in the opposite direction, sometimes I do this, most of the time I get lucky.

I looked at the last comments section of the site where I watched some films of the past years and the following comment caught my attention; It is a very good film and I called my father immediately after it was over!

When I clicked on it, the link took me to the 2013 film Nebraska.
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When I looked at the plot, the idea that it could be quite boring weighed on my mind. An aging father sets off on foot from Montana to Nebraska, claiming to have won $1 million in the lottery. His wife and children don't believe him and each time they find him on the road and bring him back home. Finally, his young son pretends to believe him and they set off to take his father to Nebraska.

Let's get to know the Grant family, the faces we will see throughout the film.

Woody Grant as the elderly father is played by Bruce Dern, Kate Grant as the elderly mother is played by June Squibb, The eldest son is Ross Grant, played by Bob Odenkirk, The younger son is David Grant, played by Will Forte,

I would like to explain why I introduced the family; the conversations, events and reactions between the family throughout the film were warm and sincere. Their sincere behaviours were so compatible with their roles that I saw each of them as family members and familiar faces. So, although the plot may seem boring, the film had a very beautiful and fluent story.
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Although it initially gives the impression of a whirlpool revolving around the same thing, it takes on a different shape when the journey to Nebraska begins.

Bruce Dern's performance as Woody, the elderly father, was marvellous. From the way he walked to the way he spoke and the way he reacted to events, everything was harmonious in a whole. Sometimes he looked tired and faded, sometimes he looked fresh, which seemed to be an indication of how much he was immersed in his role.

It was an admirable act to take his young son David all the way from Montana to Nebraska just so that he could see, hear and accept that he had not won the jackpot. Even though it may be seen as a dramatic scene that children have to take care of their parents after age and time, for me it will remain as a responsibility to be done.
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Sometimes I come across the attitude that I don't owe my parents anything, that I have no obligation to take care of them. Everyone may be right from his/her own point of view, but this is not valid for me. I love my parents and it is my duty as a son to fulfil their needs and be there for them when they want.

The life of the Grant family causes you to expose yourself to such questions. Because two members of the Grant family (mother and eldest son) think that old Woody should be given to a nursing home. The younger son David is the only one who opposes this idea.

When I watched the film, I understood better what the person who made the comment meant. If I hadn't watched the film Nebraska late at night, I would go and hug my father. It wouldn't be a problem because they live one floor below me, but I have to leave it for the morning because of his advancing age and advancing time.

Thank God you are still in my life dad! I recommend everyone who loves family ties to watch the film.

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›Nebraska (film): artsy, but a bit on the boring side@gooddream2870d
Every now and then a film comes out that after watching it I can say without a hint of reservation that "these people went fishing for awards." Nebraska is one of those movies. It is a good movie, don't get me wrong, but it kind of depends on the individual about whether or not you have the patience to make it through the whole thing.

The movie features a spectacular performance by Bruce Dern who plays Woody Grant, a slightly deranged alcoholic with a checkered past who receives a "sweepstakes" letter in the mail telling him he won a million dollars. Now, if you are North American you are already familiar with these mass mailers as we all know they are a scam to get people to buy magazine subscriptions. However, Woody will not listen to reason and not only does he refuse to believe anyone who tells him that he hasn't genuinely won a million bucks, but he is also insistent on getting to where the letters are coming from, Lincoln, Nebraska, in order to claim his prize in person.

The entire film is done in black and white and focuses real heavily on the bonds of family and i was surprised to see Will Forte in the role of David, Woody's son. Will is almost exclusively involved in comedy projects and is an SNL veteran. Therefore, I have to say I was quite impressed with his transition into a film that while it has some comedic moments, is not a comedy for the most part.

I spent the earlier parts of my life living in this part of the world, and I actually went to elementary school in Lincoln, Nebraska. Therefore i was carefully watching to see if they correctly portrayed what are my own memories of that part of the world. I think they did a good job representing small town Americana. The portrayal of mid-westerners being kind but no-nonsense, the almost complete lack of interest in fashion, and having simple houses filled with useless knick-knacks (no offense mid-westerners, but it's true) is quite accurate. Some people might view this as the film mocking these people but get past that, because I don't believe that is the case. Most of my relatives still live in this part of the world and to suggest this isn't an accurate part of their lives would be a lie. If you tried to give my uncles a caramel macchiato or a micro brew, they would likely throw it at you then go get a Michelob.

The artistry in this film is evident and the family bonding of it is touching - it just has a bit of a very slow progression. The movie is good, but I think that you need to be the sort of person that is looking for art in a movie to appreciate it. There is virtually no action and the movie is dialogue-driven. I liked it, but I can also see why other people would switch it off after shouting "get on with it already!" at the screen. Oh and Bob Odenkirk is in it for a bit and that is always a welcome addition.

7 / 10

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