yyuna7
We've all seen this pattern of a shitty parent becoming ill, and now they are trying to redeem themselves, again and again. Well, in this case, Ben is still an asshole. I really enjoyed the dynamics between Matt and Ben, and I could see the hints of change in their relationship sprinkled here and there, but I feel the change was still a bit sudden and not as believable as it could have been.
The acting was seriously amazing! I've only seen a few Jason Sudeikis' movies (only comedies), but he made me root for the character throughout the movie. There was also a scene where he made me cry with just a small change of a facial expression.
Maybe I'm generous with my rating, but it could be the fault of not seeing many movies this year (especially dramas) that I could put that past me and immensely enjoy the story.
eddie_baggins
Sometimes a film that doesn't mess with the formula fly's by thanks to its charms, smarts and loveably on-song cast, Netflix's Kodachrome is one of those such film experiences.A road trip movie that centres around dysfunctional father and son duo, Jason Sudeikis's failing music manager Matt and Ed Harris's dying photographer Ben and all round meanie Ben, with the addition of Elizabeth Olsen's caring nurse Zoe, as the trio set-off to get Ben's Kodachrome film rolls developed before the dying technology is exterminated, Kodachrome is one of those films that you will have figured out from about 5 minutes in, but it really doesn't matter thanks to its execution and pitch-perfect delivery from its cast.As the mismatched trio set forth on their adventure to Kansas City, we're treated to some fantastically realised and often rather poignant character driven moments, stemming from Matt and Ben's complicated father and son relationship and Ben's increasing feelings towards Olsen's troubled yet compassionate and likeable Zoe.Director Mark Raso keeps things moving at a steady pace as Kodachrome refuses to linger to long in any one place and while never going too deep into the backstories of these relatable characters, we get to know just enough about each of them to ensure that Kodachrome will be watched without a dry eye in the room.Kodachrome's ability to draw out real and tangible feelings from its audience is thanks largely to its aforementioned cast members and while Sudeikis is as good as his ever been as the troubled Ben, its Harris and Olsen that steal the show here.Relishing the chance to get cantankerous, Harris is a blast as the hard to love but hard to hate Ben while Olsen further establishes herself as one of the most likeable and watchable actresses working in the industry today with another fine turn as Zoe.It seems at present that the sibling of Mary-Kate and Ashley can truly do no wrong.Final Say - With great turns from its cast members, a toe-tapping soundtrack and a strong emotional core, Kodachrome is a road-trip worth taking and despite its long foreshadowed ending and adherence to the rulebook, this is one of the best Netflix films to find its way into our households (or cinemas as is the case in Australia) this year.4 thrown away cassette tapes out of 5
spinova
As a screenwriter I merely can say "what a good story". I haven't read the original article the movie is based on but what I watched in images deserve claps aloud. If you are a millennial you can't taste the nostalgia of shooting analog, but besides of that, the drama and the humor are perfectly mixed. Ed Harris confirms his talent and Jason Sudeikis proves he can act serious movies too and Elizabeth Olsen is not only a pretty face to catch bucks. Hope Netflix release it worldwide soon.
NikkoFranco
Estranged father and Son going on a road trip isn't entirely new material. Ed Harris as the father , Ed Harris as he is always delivers. Jason Sudeikis for some reason always looks like a Mister Know it all in many of his roles, it makes one wonder if he has other facial expressions or emotional depth, he always appears to be the same person in all his roles. If you're a baby boomer like me, you will feel the nostalgia we have pre-selfie era. There is something magical with how the old cameras worked and the placing of the film roll. Indeed those were the days.You'll know what happens in this film, predictable as it is there are still some charming elements in it.