Those of you who have been reading us since the beginning (the beginning about a week ago) probably know that I still owe you reviews on Gran Torino, The Visitor and Frozen River. I just thought I should take the time to let you in on a special bonus review...Most of you didn't see Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist. Those of you who saw it didn't like it. I'm not quite sure why though. I thought it was a fantastic film -- maybe even tied for the most underrated film alongside In Bruges. Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist even scored an 83% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist is a romantic comedy about well... Nick (Michael Cera) and Norah (Kat Dennings) who are on a quest to find a New York underground indie band, when they instead find each other. While the story might make some incredible leaps at times, you kind of just have to sit back and remember the good old days of being in high school.
At first the age of Nick & Norah seems a little off putting. At times you wonder where their parents were, but then I started to feel like a dinosaur. I know that I have had crazy adventures like this before and I think that's the appeal of this film. It's a nostalgia film, because we all feel like we've been there.
Michael Cera's amazing ability to look awkward never seizes to amaze me. What does amaze me is that this is the first time that I actually think it worked. Kat Dennings on the other hands needs more roles. Her Norah had a variety of levels, and I love her facial expressions -- she dazzled her way across the screen.
The Verdict
If you like indie music and quirky indie romantic comedies than Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist should be at the top of your Netflix Queue. I strongly recommend this film.
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