Hey there! I'm looking for a quality movie to see tonight. Got any recommendations?
You know I've heard some good things about Doctor Sleep. It's that sequel to Stephen King's the Shining. I know you like Stephen King.
Well, I like Stephen King's non-horror movies like Shawshank Redemption or Stand By Me. Don't care for his horror stuff.
But saw a review that said this one doesn't have that pure terror aspect of the original but balances some poignant themes.
Uh, not buying it. The thing about Shawshank and Stand By Me is they both on some level had a feel-good aspect to them. Don't think Dr. Sleep will have that.
Ok, so it's a no on horror and you're looking for feel-good so I'm guessing The Joker is out of the question?
Yeah, that sounds way too depressing. I'm looking for fun and perhaps uplifting?
Hmmm... well that Charlie's Angels roboot just came out. How about that? An action movie sounds fun. And it's all about girl power so does that qualify for uplifting?
Eh, wasn't a fan of the series or the last movie with Drew Barrymore. Can't Hollywood get a little more creative? When I say feel-good, I'm thinking the overall theme of the movie. Think Charlie's Angels is more about kicking butt than a feel-good theme.
I don't know. A bunch of women being able to kick butt sounds like it'd be inspirational to me.
I understand but it's still a no on Charlie's Angels for me. Maybe it's the action aspect that make it seem trivial to me. How about we look more towards dramas maybe?
Dramas.... Ok, how about Midway. Historical. Drama.
Director's Roland Emmerich right? No. He might think his movies are dramas but they're more action. And they're usually ridiculous action. The Day After Tomorrow, Independence Day.
Alrighty then. Let me see what other dramas are out there. Jojo Rabbit?
Never heard of that one. What's it about?
Jojo is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. The boy has an imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler.
Hmm...so is this a drama or a comedy?
It's listed as both. Critics seem to like it. Here's a quote from Adam Graham of the Detroit News. "Jojo Rabbit is a smart, accessible, inclusive film that opens doors at a time when many are slamming them shut. It's a celebration of the gift of life that's inviting you to dance with it."
Ok, this sounds more like something I want to see.
It's rated PG-13 for mature thematic content, some disturbing images, violence and language. That going to be ok for you?
Well PG-13 doesn't sound like it'll be too bad and considering it's about WWII, I think I can mentally prepare myself for what might be considered disturbing.
Ok, I'll make the arrangements for this movie then.