A Monster Calls: Bring the Tissues
A Monster Calls takes a subject matter that has been done many times previously, and creates a wonderful story that doesn't always stick its landing. The movie starts off with Conor (played wonderfully by Lewis MacDougall) taking care of his horribly ill mother (Felicity Jones) who unfortunately is going through chemo. As soon as the film started I knew it was going to be a tough ride, especially with the electrically good acting that never seems to let go of your heart.
Conor goes through tough times at school with bullying, which doesn't always flow extremely well. It's more harsh and mean as the tone of the film doesn't always feel on point. But the film centers around the friendship Conor develops with a giant tree living in his backyard (hence the title) which provokes a friendship and a companion to help him heal through his mother's illness. It's absolutely stunning and the emotional roller coaster of the three stories (eventually four) that the monster (played by the powerful Liam Neeson) conveys, are so human and wonderfully animated that it's hard to imagine them doing a better job.
The acting is all around wonderful and Sigourney Weaver as Conor's grandmother is devastating and Toby Kebbell who plays Conor's Dad is heartwarming. Sure the film meanders a bit and the bullying portion of the film is a bit silly, but the story here is weaved in such a beautiful fashion that it's hard to look away. J.A. Bayona who directed "The Impossible" and "The Orphanage" has a tremendous talent with his actors, and gets the best out of his performers. This beautiful, heartwarming film will make any person who has a heart cry their eyes out, be warned.
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