From the moment that Meryl Streep looked directly at the camera and said, "Fuck," I was hooked. I know its Carrie Fisher's story and that interested me, I mean she was Princess Leah after all, but its Meryl Streep's performance that makes me adore this movie. Who knew she could sing??? We know Shirley McLean can sing and we know Meryl Streep can act but the singing was a pleasant surprise. I never read Carrie Fisher's book so I'm not sure how close to the story the movie actually is. I suspect it is not all that close but the story is of the troubled daughter of fame and from what I've read of Carrie Fisher, at least that much is true to life.
The movie is full of memorable quotes, from the life imitating art bit to Aretha saying that she was off to weave a basket and many more others that I keep dropping into conversation. Still looking for the opportunity to use, "They're blanks, asshole," in everyday conversation but perhaps the chances are limited. I'm sure my darling husband, Paul, would prefer that I never have need to use it.
Suzanne, Meryl Streep's character, makes her way from drug addict to singing sensation and on the way repairs her relationship with her mother, has a short lived relationship with a writer who cheats on her and confronts her demons with wit and sarcasm. The phoniness of Hollywood is on display not only in the people but also buildings move to reveal that they are nothing but sets.
As I said before, this movie makes me smile and I have watched it dozens of times. I don't know of anyone who likes it as much as I do. Most folks say it is ok, not a classic but alright. No one ever said it would be a classic but I will still watch it and if it comes out on Blu ray, I'll be first in line!!
Thanks for listening.
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