RogerEbert.com — Green Book
I am shocked that not only did I not dislike “Green Book,” I found myself dazzled and even borderline choked up by the end. It’s pure formula, this story of a black man and a white man who learn they’re not so different after all while on a road trip through the Deep South in 1962. But Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali are individually great, and they have tremendous chemistry with each other. Surrender to the film’s glossy, crowd-pleasing charms with my RogerEbert.com review.
Bravo! Exceptionally written and well received review of this film. Frankly was on the cusp of bypassing this one altogether, but your perceptive and acutely skillful eye has won me over. I will do my utmost to search this film out. Unfortunately, haven’t seen this title listed in any of the theaters in my neck of New England, but hopefully that will change. On the other hand, I will say I was mildly shocked, if not altogether surprised that given the films rational overtones, that no mention whatsoever about Mr. Mortensens gaffe heard round the world? Viggo using the N-word in “polite “company during a panel discussion, and the “fierce” (mild) back lash that ensued would in my opinion be the perfect opportunity for a teachable moment in the industry much too valuable to pass up? Perhaps neither the time nor venue for such editorializing? I digress. Solid review, nonetheless, Mrs. Lemire. How spoiled are we to have such direct access to an Roger Ebert affiliated film critic of your calibere. Unreal
Cheers,
Gary