Movies

A delusional young guy (Ryan Gosling) strikes up an unconventional relationship with a doll he finds on the Internet.I heard of this film years ago but dragged my feet because all I knew was the most basic premise, and I had no interest in a film about a man's love affair with his doll. Luckily, I gave it a shot and found out it is nothing like that (in fact, there is nothing remotely sexual in the film).Gosling is something of a heartthrob, so this might be considered playing against type. This is not his strongest film (perhaps that would be "Blue Valentine") but it is a good role for him, and I thoroughly enjoyed his take on a weird, introverted young man.

There is just no way to explain the plot of this film and not have it sound rather silly and this film is anything but foolish frivolity. I found it utterly charming and carefully and delicately directed. There are moments of belly shaking humor and quiet tears as Ryan Gosling brilliantly evolves from a reclusive soul with the help of a silicone woman and a kind hearted community. I want to know these endearing people. There is a moral point to this film, perhaps more than one. Don't be put off by the synopsis, or trailer. This is not your standard Hollywood fare. See it for the humor, or the humanity, either way, you will be glad you did. I see very, very few films twice- this one is on my list.

My wife and I went to see this on by birthday, and I was expecting it to be sorta quirky and off beat. I was surprised to find that this was a touching and humorous relationship-driven drama.As already accounted here, Ryan Gosling gave a performance that many MANY of the popular actors could only DREAM of. He was brilliant, and his portrayal of Lars covered so many emotional dynamics.However, I am going to write about Paul Schneider, who played Lars' brother, Gus. He was so subtle and funny, so spot on! His side-arc concerning being the older brother in a troubled family. . . just genius.I would recommend this movie to everyone.