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Written June 10, 2009
AWAY WE GO - SWEPT ME AWAY! RATING: 85 out of 100. (Based on a advance press preview)

by MOVIES REVIEWER

June 9 - I just attended the press preview of this 100-minute poignant captivating comedy - skillfully directed by Sam Mendes(Revolutionary Road).

Produced at a mere $17 million - based on a original screenplay co-written by husband/wife team Dave Eggers & Vendela Vida, this 'road-trip' is thematically-heavy(adulthood, love, responsibility, and family) superbly acted (John Krasinski and Maya Rudolph - excellent on-screen chemistry!!!) - should recoup its production cost easily.
It was definitely a casting coup bringing two fine thespians together - that performed admirably and gave convincing performances as a couple. GREAT cast!

I went in with low expectations - and found myself glued to the screen totally absorbed in the plot - pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the various well-fleshed characters and their unique predicaments. LOVED IT!

VERDICT:
AWAY WE GO will appeal to a niche market - grown-ups/adults.
Recommended - GO see it!
ACTUAL RATING: B-PLUS
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Written June 20, 2009
Away We Go

by exSeattleite

If you're reading this, you're probably trying to figure out if you should go see this movie when the critics do not seem to have given it very good reviews. If you're a guy, like me, you're probably doubly concerned because your wife or girlfriend really wants to see it and you're thinking, can't we go see "Terminator" or "Pelham 123" and wait for it to come out on DVD? Well I saw it last night (with my wife) and definitely enjoyed it. It was funny -- at times really funny -- and thoughtful, but not in a mind-bending or blow-your-mind kind of way. Disclaimers: I am 40-something with 2 small kids, so I could relate to the theme, and I enjoy movies like "Flirting with Disaster" and "Best in Show," which this movie reminds me of. If you don't like quirky indie movies, then push for "Pelham 123," or ask your wife to go see it with one of her girlfriends.
- 98 out of 101 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written June 16, 2009
A Perfect Film - Funny, Thought-provoking, Sweet, and Uplifting

by ReproGal

Granted, I am THE target audience of this film -- a 34-year-old happily married Gen X-er with young kids -- but I have to say that my husband and I simply adored this movie. I have no idea why some reviewers carried on about the protagonists being "detached" or "smug" or "self-congratulatory" or whatever it is they were accused of, but I found them to be none of those things. They are fantastic dramatic and comic actors who have such incredibly sweet chemistry together. I found them to be normal, charming, real, and utterly sympathetic characters. Maggie Gyllenhaal and Allison Janney are HYSTERICAL, and the plot and the message of the film is lovely and uplifting. If you liked movies like Juno and Little Miss Sunshine, you will love this movie. I'm so glad I didn't let these critics dissuade me from seeing such a wonderful film!!!
- 17 out of 21 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written June 24, 2009
AMONG THE BEST

by HYPNOSIS44

One of the finest of the 5000 movies I have seen. Warm, quirky and heartfelt. Terrific cast and direction. I will see it again and probably add it to my slim permanent DVD collection.
- 17 out of 22 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written June 20, 2009
Best movie of the year so far

by scorpiella

I have been so disappointed with the movies of this year, until now. This movie navigates so deftly from hilarious to heartfelt that you feel like you are on an amazing roller coaster ride. I can't recommend this movie enough!
- 13 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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Written July 3, 2009
Fun, creative, and all-around good time.

by KILRbuny

I was extremely excited to see this movie, seeing as it hosted the talents of John Krasinski of "The Office" fame and Jim Gaffigan, one of my favorite comedians. I was not disappointed in the least bit. The story, though simple, is well told. Every step of the way is clear to you and you never feel lost. The leads are never predictable, and just about every scene you will find something to laugh at. If you are a fan of Juno or Little Miss Sunshine, this is a movie for you.
- 12 out of 13 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written June 20, 2009
AWAY WE GO

by mooveelubber

There are so many wonderful adjectives to describe this movie - lovely, heartwarming, hilarious, poignant, tender, rewarding. I still have a lump in my throat and a smile on my face. Simply wonderful. And just as wonderful, was the soundtrack. Alexi Murdoch's voice and songs struck the perfect chord for this movie. I had to look him up on You Tube the moment I got home. Music so beautiful it has texture, like a warm blanket wrapped around you on a cold damp day. And we've had plenty of those this month. Go - watch - and listen. You won't be disappointed.
- 10 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written July 7, 2009
Really Funny

by suemarie

I did not expect to laugh so much. Good movie, good cast with lots of laughs and some tears.
A couple approaching parenthood go on a journey to figure out what kind of future the new family will have.
There is some adult scenes and language, but there's a lot to enjoy.
- 8 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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So-so
Written October 3, 2009
- Fun look at real couple
by redyeah
- 6 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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So-so
Written June 30, 2009
Cute

by Movie-couple

Went to go see this movie with my husband. I appreciated the storyline.....he didn't care for the movie at all. The movie had it's moments. We both agreed that the characters where likeable, but he felt that they were very much NOT believable. Personally, I would see it again.
- 7 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written July 8, 2009
Great movie

by jammastaflo

This movie is not for every one but I personally loved it. It was very cute and had a lot of reality to it, but for that same reason it was somewhat slow moving. It was one of the better movies I have seen in a while and if you like romantic movies I would say this is def. a movie to go see.
- 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written July 13, 2009
A Heart Warming Feel Good Comedy.

by Vidal_Benbasat

This film is definitely worth seeing. It was a well written and directed coming of age comedy that truly explores the complications that arise between couples moving on to the next step. I really admired the way the film explored different types of couples. There was a very good balance of true drama and comedy in this film. Rating: 10/10
- 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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So-so
Written July 4, 2009
Mendes Mediocrity

by lonchaifetz

When you think of a Sam Mendes directed movie or play you tend to believe that you'll see something artfully made, well cast and thought out. This movie is a void still waiting to be fleshed out. I wanted to like it, I tried to like it, but inevitably, it's characters are dull, self-obsessed drones. The lead actors are talented enough in the various comic supporting roles they've played in the past, but as the focal point of a whole film they make you stop caring about the entire human race. The cameos by an array of some of my favorite actors are the only attempt at mood enhancement, but they come across as shrill and irritating (I can't believe I'm saying that about Allison Janney or Catherine O'Hara, but truth sometimes hurts). I don't require that movies be "happy" or "violent" or "love stories" or "send a message", I only ask that they make me care about the world they're taking me into. This is like Thanksgiving or Xmas..get me out of here now!
- 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written July 29, 2009
Funny, Poignant, Occasionally Bizarre

by JBBSR

Creative, funny, sad, poignant, outrageous, busy, and well worth the price of admission. Offbeat film won't appeal to all, but those with a twisted sense of humor and appreciation of the absurd will likely enjoy the many strange characters encountered during the search for an ideal place to live and raise children. Wait for the DVD, if you must, but don't be put off by occasional poor reviews. I agree with reviewers who indicated fans of Juno and Little Miss Sunshine (and Harold and Maude and Saved) will also love this film. It will become part of my small DVD collection. (BTW, my husband and I are in our 50s and saw the film with people in their 60s; all have kids, and all thought it was hysterically funny as well as unbelievably real at times.)
- 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written June 17, 2009
Away We Go

by wkolpack

There was only select viewing of this movie and the only reason i found out about it is because a friend of mine played an extra in the movie. We went to see it and it had romance, humor,sadness and more laughter. It was a GREAT movie and i hope they show it in more theatres. I also hope they release this movie on DVD it is one i would definately buy to watch over and over. I would so recommend this movie..just not for young ones due to some content. But i guarantee you will laugh!!
- 9 out of 13 found this review helpful.
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