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Movie and TV Discussion => Movie reviews => Topic started by: David Vaughn on October 02, 2020, 12:33:16 PM
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Studio: Warner
Release Date: October 6, 2020
Rating: PG
Film: 3.5/5
Plot
Set to a new wave '80s soundtrack, a pair of young lovers from different backgrounds defy their parents and friends to stay together. A musical adaptation of the 1983 film.
My Thoughts
In 1983, the original Valley Girl hit theaters starring a young Nicholas Cage and I’m surprised it was a movie that I never saw at the time. Here we are nearly 30 years later and a reimaging of the film is here and while I expected to find it quite cheesy, I discovered it to be a fun movie with some very good performances.
The screenplay is very interesting in how it retells the original story. It starts in modern times with a mother trying to connect with her teenage daughter going through her own breakup with her boyfriend. Mom retells the account of her own youth when the story flashbacks to the early 1980s and the “real” story begins. Needless to say, the music is awesome—especially if you grew up in the time period.
Video 4.5/5
Audio 4.5/5 (DTS-HD MA 5.1)
Special Features:
· Digital Copy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLhYFWwACo4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLhYFWwACo4)
Conclusion
While not a great film, it was much better than I expected it to be. That being said, if you aren’t a fan of musicals, you probably won’t like it. I really enjoyed the performances from Julie Richman and Josh Whitehouse and especially liked the 80’s tunes. Recommended for those looking for some nostalgic fun.
Reference Review System:
JVC DLA-RS2000 4K Ultra High Definition Front Projector
(Calibrated with Portrait Displays CalMAN color calibration software & C6-HDR Meter from Portrait Displays (https://portrait.com/))
Stewart Filmscreen - Firehawk 110” 2.35:1 Fixed Screen
Anthem AVM60 Audio/Video Processor
ATI AT527NC Powering Bed Channels
ATI AT524NC Powering Atmos Speakers
Panasonic DP-UB820 Ultra HD Blu-ray Player
System Controller: URC MX-980
M&K S-150 THX Ultra (R-C-L Speakers)
M&K SS-150 x4 (Surround Speakers)
Atlantic Technology IC6-OBA x 4 Overhead Speakers
SVS PC-Ultra Cylinder Subwoofer
HSU VTF-15H MK2 Subwoofer
JL Audio Fathom F110 Subwoofers x 2 (stacked)
JL Audio Dominion D110 Subwoofer x 2 (stacked)
Mini DSP HD controlling all subwoofers
Audioquest and Monoprice - Audio/Video/Speaker Cabling
PureAV PF60 Power Conditioner