jotix100 This film played locally some time ago. Unfortunately, it came and it left before we had a chance to take a look at it. Evidently this must have been a labor of love from its director, Robert Cary and its star, Isabel Rose, who co-wrote the screen play. The film presents us with a situation typical of New York, where a lot of would be performers gravitate because of the different opportunities the city has so much to offer. The first scene sets the tome for the picture. Billie, appearing at the third rate club is trying to sing the title song, but everything gets in her way. The pianist decides to have a pasty as he's about to accompany her; the people in the room, are distracted; one of the barmen starts the noisy blender; finally, a jet goes overheard, rattling the place. What's a singer to do?We follow young Billie to an audition in which the accompanist does a horrible job at the piano. When finally someone is kind enough to hear what this young woman has to offer, he suggests to improve on her piano playing. She ends up going to the cheapest teacher, and surprise, surprise, he is Elliott.The movie was shot in and around New York City. We see some lovely scenes shot around Riverside and Central Parks. The atmosphere of New York is captured by the creators of the film into a pleasant movie, that will charm anyone looking for a modestly good time. As Billie, Isabel Rose, is excellent. She projects an innocence about the way she conceives her life around the music she loves. Andrew McCarthy plays Elliott, the piano teacher that falls for Billie, little by little. As her boyfriend, Greg, Cameron Bancroft is fine. Also in about three scenes in the film, the fabulous Eartha Kitt is seen doing what she does best, being herself!A good movie to watch on Valentine's Day!

talltale-1 Awful in a whole new way, ANYTHING BUT LOVE probably should be seen by movie buffs--if only as a cautionary measure that proves all that can go wrong with a "vanity" production. I am guessing a vanity production, since there is no other reason on god's green earth to cast as talent-free and not particularly attractive non-singer/actress as Isabel Gold in the leading lady role--vied for yet by the likes of "lookers" like Cameron Bancroft and Andrew McCarthy--except that she also helped write this bizarre little movie. Her singing leaves much to be desired, and yet, unbelievable as it is, all the other characters in the film think she's terrific. There are a few moments here of actual charm or humor, but VERY few. Otherwise this is a silly, sad fiasco that veers from paint-by-numbers to paint-by-wrong-numbers. You know how it is when people look at a piece of modern art and someone says, "My kid could do better than that!" Well, this is a movie, the likes of which your--or anyone's--kid might do better.

kbell5197 I loved this movie. It's sweet, romantic, sentimental, and reminds me of the old-fashioned films that we grew up with. The songs are wonderful and it's a feel-good movie you can watch with your mom, or your grandmother. The shots of New York City are gorgeous; the city never looked so good. You can tell that the filmmaker took extra care in his presentation. Although Andrew McCarthy isn't on screen all that much, he was fun to watch when he does appear. There are so many dark, disturbing films out, that this is truly a breath of fresh air. I'll admit it's a bit of a "chick flick" but also a date movie. Enjoy it for the romance that it has, and the beautiful visuals.

ternet There aren't too many films made today that have a timeless quality about them. Standard Time is like a classic standard that brings a truly magical and romantic quality to the present generation. It combines a stylish idealism, which the entire film is held up against, right along side a tangible realism. The story unravels subtly, ebbing throughout the captivating cabaret numbers performed by Isabel Rose. Her voice is beautifully pure and unadulterated like the character she plays. She owns her performance like only a writer could. Andrew McCarthy is back with a matured depth, but retains the charm to complete the ensemble brilliantly. You'll be surprised at how well they work within and around the genre they brought back. This movie has the charm of a 60's Barbra Streisand comedy and the vividness of an Ester Williams set using the latest technology to bring back the brilliance of the look of Technicolor. This is a very special film; as with any good timeless classic, it's relevance will reach far into the future. It's hard to believe it's an indie, let alone the writers and director's very first film!