Friday, March 12, 2021

Movie review: The Nines


 The lives of a troubled actor, a TV Producer, and famous videogame designer come together in strange ways. Why they came together may change things forever.

Ryan Reynolds (Gary/Gavin/Gabriel), Melissa McCarthy (Margaret/Melissa/Mary), Hope Davis (Sarah/Susan/Sierra), Elle Fanning (Noelle), David Denman (PO/Agitated Man), Octavia Spencer (Streetwalker/Pedestrian).

The Nines is a story told with three scenes and an ending. The film begins first with the life of a troubled actor, moving next to a TV Producer, and finally to a famous videogame designer with the final scene being the ending that ties the first three together. The scenes are interesting but the ending really puts a spin on things while tying up loose ends with a shot of Happily Ever After. Along the way we get some drama, comedy, and tiny hints of the future.

Acting was pretty good. Reynolds was decent, though his humor was missed. McCarthy was more fun and delivered well. Davis was solid throughout, as were Spencer, Denman, and Fanning. The remainder of the cast was enjoyable.

Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were interesting and actually added tidbits of comedy at times. Effects were junk, while physical action was good. Dialogue had fair depth and variety while keeping things moving at a good pace. Sound and soundtrack are okay.

The Nines is an interesting psychological thriller that holds interest fairly well with some drama and comedy and a definite sci-fi fantasy aspect. Those who enjoy a story that leaves a lot of unanswered questions should enjoy this one.

With some mild sexuality and violence, along with foul language, older teens and above will be fine with The Nines.

Released: 2007
Reviewed: 3.4.21
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Psychological Thrillers, Drama, Suspense, Mystery, Comedy

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