Hello, I'm interested in seeing a new movie. Anything good playing?
There are several movies currently in theaters. Are you looking for anything specific?
I want something that is generally upbeat and happy, or at least ends that way. No thriller or horror movies, please.
OK. There's a movie out called Harriet, which is the story of Harriet Tubman.
That sounds interesting. Anyone I'd know in any of the lead roles?
Cynthia Erivo plays Harriet. She's not been in much, but is set to play Aretha Franklin in the tv show Genius in 2020. Leslie Odom Jr. plays WIlliam Still, he's been in a lot of tv shows, like Person of Interest, Law & Order: SVU, CSI: Miami.
That sounds neat. I like when they get lesser known or newer people in big roles like that. How are the reviews?
Reviews are a bit mixed. Many reviews are citing historical inaccuracy, but others say that while it doesn't do anything new for a biopic film, it's still engaging enough in the end. Some claim it's a movie made to be "Oscar bait."
Hm, alright. Anything else interesting?
If you want really feel good, how about A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood? It's the movie about Mr. Rogers starring Tom Hanks.
I love Tom Hanks! How are the reviews?
People say the story is very heartwarming and touching. However, some do critisize Hanks as choice for the lead role, saying he sounds a little too fake trying to imitate the soft spoken cadence of the real Fred Rogers.
OK, thanks. I'll keep that one in mind, though, it sounds like it could be really interesting. Anything else?
If you want to go full feel good mode, there's a new Christmas movie out called Last Christmas. It seems to be about a young woman whose life is a bit crazy and a mysterious man who shows up help turn her life around.
Christmas movies are great for hitting the right feel good/happy/hopeful notes that I like. Who's in it?
Emilia Clarke (Daenerys from Game of Thrones) is the lead role of Kate, and Emma Thompson also stars (and was one of the writers).
Neat! Thank you very much. I think I'm definitely going to go with the Mr. Rogers movie, and keep the other two in mind. They all sounds pretty great. Thanks again!
No problem, and you're welcome. Have fun!