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500 Days of Summer

Thursday July 16, 2009

Categories: Date movie, Movies, Romance
A-
Audience: High School
MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for sexual material and language
Movie Release Date: July 17, 2009
Like its winning hero, this movie wears its heart right on its sleeve. It lays it out for us right at the beginning, making it clear that "this is not a love story." Oh, and it is a work of...
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iorek
July 17, 2009 3:25 PM

Some people might think that an unhappy love story is a waste of a lot of very clever and cute "getting to know you / overcoming obstacles" moments.

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July 17, 2009 4:58 PM

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Tracy Bobbitt
July 29, 2009 1:03 PM
http://Http://www.HollywoodMomBlog.com

Thanks for the informative review - I can't wait to see it. Aside from sounding like a great flick, "500 Days" seems like a great film for those interested in learning about cinematic story telling. What's your feeling on the audience age range? What would be the youngest age you'd suggest for this film?
Thanks!
Tracy Bobbitt
HollywoodMomBlog.com

Nell Minow
July 29, 2009 1:22 PM
http://blog.beliefnet.com/moviemom/

Thanks, Tracy, and you are right! This is an excellent film to use as an example of cinematic narrative. I'd say the age range depends on the individual child because the developmental range for young teens is so unpredictable. But in general, I'd think 14-15 and up would be about right.

Susan $ยข
August 8, 2009 1:07 AM

So glad you've seen the film, Nell--and liked it almost as much as I did! It really made me laugh a lot, and brought a tear or two to my eye as well. Loved the reference to "The Graduate" (am I, like Tom, mistaken in that we both thought "The Graduate" ended happily?!? Didn't it???) Anyway, what a treat to see with Kathy Deane and on my birthday, at that! Hope you're well!

Nell Minow
August 8, 2009 9:35 AM
http://blog.beliefnet.com/moviemom/

Wonderful to hear from you, Susan, and happy birthday!!! I'm thrilled that my two pals celebrated wth this lovely film.

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