On the Rocks

[Chris Beachum Joined: May 22nd, 2011 Topics: 854 Posts: 4548 View Predictions]

#1203806876

Discuss the Apple film “On the Rocks” written and directed by Sofia Coppola; starring Rashida Jones and Bill Murray.

Reply

[wolfali Joined: Sep 4th, 2018 Topics: 238 Posts: 12637 View Predictions]

#1203806896

I quite liked this. I wasn’t a big fan of Lost in Translation outside of Johansson’s performance, Coppola’s directing and the cinematography but I found this film to be a heartwarming one. I found the film to be well directed and written for it was (even though whilst I preferred this to LiT the direction paled in comparison to it).

For me the standout was Rashida Jones.

FYC OSCARS : VANESSA KIRBY FOR "PIECES OF A WOMAN", AMANDA SEYFRIED FOR "MANK", ANTHONY HOPKINS FOR "THE FATHER", CHADWICK BOSEMAN FOR "MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM", PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN (BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY).

ReplyCopy URL

[Chris Beachum Joined: May 22nd, 2011 Topics: 854 Posts: 4548 View Predictions]

#1203806947

I was really charmed by it. Under the right circumstances, Bill Murray could win for supporting actor. He’s such a master in this role.

ReplyCopy URL

[Brayfers Joined: Oct 19th, 2018 Topics: 4 Posts: 357 View Predictions]

#1203806954

It was just a simple, easy-going, watch that I enjoyed but wasn’t obsessed with. I thought the direction was well done, better than the writing imo. Murray of course did well in his role and Jones was also enjoyable. I thought they had really good chemistry. Overall just a nice sweet film.

ReplyCopy URL

[Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys Live at the Madison Square Garden (gabspss) Joined: Sep 10th, 2018 Topics: 58 Posts: 1054 View Predictions]

#1203806970

Chris Beachum wrote:

I was really charmed by it. Under the right circumstances, Bill Murray could win for supporting actor. He’s such a master in this role.

He was good indeed. I think it can happen, altho his odds are not that high. Let’s wait and see how Apple will handle the campaign.

The chaotic editing from Moulin Rouge!
The chaotic editing from Moulin Rouge!
The chaotic editing from Moulin Rouge!
The chaotic editing from Moulin Rouge!

I love it, I love it, I love it, but I also have my problems with it.

Nicole Kidman is amazing in Moulin Rouge!

The film won the Golden Globe and the PGA for Best Motion Picture

ReplyCopy URL

[Arular26 Joined: Jun 24th, 2020 Topics: 0 Posts: 87 View Predictions]

#1203807029

Loved it. It’s got a melancholic tone as other Coppola films but I was pleasantly surprised by its tenderness and heart. Rashida and Murray were fantastic together, I could watch them all day doing and saying shit.

I hope Murray gets the nom

ReplyCopy URL

[TheCineMike Joined: Jun 5th, 2012 Topics: 13 Posts: 904 View Predictions]

#1203807192

Here’s my review of the film: https://thecinemike.wordpress.com/2020/10/25/movie-review-on-the-rocks/

https://thecinemike.wordpress.com/

ReplyCopy URL

[JakeT Joined: Sep 4th, 2019 Topics: 0 Posts: 378 View Predictions]

#1203807207

Jones was better than Murray, who I thought was serviceable so disagree with most above opinions regarding his performance. I don’t think it was bad, just not much there. It was a nice watch, with every element just being slightly better than ok IMO. Perfect rainy day viewing, but shouldn’t be in contention for any awards.

ReplyCopy URL

[justonemorething Joined: Sep 10th, 2019 Topics: 5 Posts: 199 View Predictions]

#1203807311

The resolution conversations between Jones and Wayans as well as Jones and Murray I found to be lacking. Other than that, I enjoyed it. Murray was good. Nothing about the film was amazing. If Supporting Actor is weak enough where Stormin’ Norman is being considered, I’m fine if the Academy pulls a Dern and gives Murray the statue for his career.

ReplyCopy URL

[mf617 Joined: Oct 17th, 2011 Topics: 17 Posts: 2137 View Predictions]

#1203807325

I thought it was merely fine at best. Bill Murray is the highlight of the film, but even he is only just good, but as I’ve laid out in posts in the Supporting Actor thread, I am still keeping an eye on him as a threat for a nomination and win. I now have him slotted at every major show. With vote splitting among “Chicago 7” and “One Night in Miami” supporting actors and no clear frontrunner and him likely being Apple’s top priority this season, a path could clear for Murray. Rashida Jones was just fine, but the writing didn’t give her much to play with until the end anyway. Marlon Wayans was, uh, serviceable. In general, I just found the plot to be uninspired. Nothing new here at all so you’ve just gotta enjoy the chemistry with Jones and Murray, which is good but I kind of forgot about the movie the next day so I don’t anticipate it will make an impact this season.

ReplyCopy URL

[Monsoon 🌊 Joined: Aug 11th, 2020 Topics: 19 Posts: 1824 View Predictions]

#1203807626

On The Rocks is probably Sofia Coppola’s most accessible, commercial, film. The plot is fairly basic but entertaining despite its thinness.

There isn’t anything revelatory about the movie or screenplay. But I enjoyed it. Bill Murray was fun. Not sure why he’s considered supporting, but fine.

ReplyCopy URL

[The Person Formerly Known As Linguini Joined: Aug 18th, 2020 Topics: 1 Posts: 809 View Predictions]

#1203807898

I thought it was a lovely movie. Feel-good, pretty to look at, with some great performances (Murray of course, and Jones too was great). The writing could have been tighter, and the main plot line felt a bit shallow, but it was nonetheless very enjoyable.

rubbish

ReplyCopy URL

[Lil Tony Joined: Sep 17th, 2018 Topics: 8 Posts: 2376 View Predictions]

#1203808026

I saw this today. It’s a simple and beautiful story. I love the Happy ending. I was thinking the husband was really cheating with the Fiona lady. Bill Murray is the MVP for me. He’s just so good in this. Rashida Jones was fine too

I STAN Lady Gaga and Roddy Ricch

ReplyCopy URL

[wolfali Joined: Sep 4th, 2018 Topics: 238 Posts: 12637 View Predictions]

#1203808049

JakeT wrote:

Jones was better than Murray, who I thought was serviceable so disagree with most above opinions regarding his performance.

I agree. She was the MVP of the film for me. Although her performance was mainly a dramatic one I was still impressed.

FYC OSCARS : VANESSA KIRBY FOR "PIECES OF A WOMAN", AMANDA SEYFRIED FOR "MANK", ANTHONY HOPKINS FOR "THE FATHER", CHADWICK BOSEMAN FOR "MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM", PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN (BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY).

ReplyCopy URL

[lvigario Joined: Jan 30th, 2013 Topics: 18 Posts: 244 View Predictions]

#1203814583

It not a bad movie.
But it’s too simple, too slow paced going nowhere movie.
I love Rashida but this characther gave her nothing to work with.
Bill Murray was great.

FYC TV: Stateless | We Are Who We Are | Cate Blanchett in Stateless | Paapa Essiedu in I May Destroy You

FYC Movie: Boys In The Band | Toni Collette in I’m Thinking Of Ending Things | Jim Parsons in The Boys In The Band | Shailene Woodley in Endings, Beginnings | Zoey Deutch in Buffaloed | Sebastian Stan in Endings, Beginnings

ReplyCopy URL