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Each character in this movie — down to the smallest one — is an individual rather than a type, prone to spontaneous changes of mood and sometimes amusing outbursts of pettiness or ill humor.
View MoreOne of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.
View MoreThrough painfully honest and emotional moments, the movie becomes irresistibly relatable
View MoreThis movie was excellent, and i found it perfectly alternated between the irreverent and divine, cherishing life only after raw and realistic conflict. Joan's decision to die on her own unique terms was only trumped by her extreme reluctance to make peace with all those she damaged. How ironic! There is a thorough mix of dark humor, classic noir, rage against past choices, drugs, sex, and yet, it is all strangely normal for a struggling New England family. I never knew what was going to happen next. Each raucous fight somehow brought the characters closer to each other. In the end, everyone was whole. How did that happen? Magic! This is a strong must-see.
View More"Isn't It Delicious?" The answer is yes! The cast is led by the luminous Kathleen Chalfont who manages to create a character cantankerous and irritating and endearing at the same time. The film is not always easy to watch, as it should be when dealing with death and dying, but as also it sparkles also with humor, well, you laugh, you cry. Particularly amusing was the comic use of the theme from "2001: A Space Odyssey", presumably a tribute to the handsome and engaging Keir Dullea who plays Ms. Chalfont's long suffering husband. Kudos to director, Michael Patrick Kelly for his light touch and for what I understand is a husband and wife producing team of Mr. Kelly and Suzanne Hayes, who also has a delightful cameo as the fun and frothy lesbian side-kick to Ms. Chalfont's character's lesbian daughter. Here's to indie films!
View MoreIsn't It Delicious is a thoughtful film for Baby boomers (and others) dealing with family end-of-life issues, as well as family dysfunction - including addiction and co-dependence. But that doesn't mean the film is a downer. The dialogue is sharp and crackles with intelligence. The principal actors -- Kathleen Chalfant, Keir Dullea, and Alice Ripley, as well as sharp-as-a-tack Malachy McCourt -- all bring depth and understanding to their roles, and Jonah Young stands out as younger brother Teddy. Although made on a shoestring, Delicious takes viewers on an emotional ride that quite a few more accomplished filmmakers seem unwilling to undertake. The director, MIchael Kelly, executive producer Alfred Caiola and producer Suzanne Hayes, have worked intelligently with the material to create a rich and satisfying film experience.
View MoreThis movie made me laugh way more than cry, which is precisely what we all need to do in today's world.The cast is extraordinary--all the women are beautiful. Extraordinary filmmaking, with attention to lots of details. The script is stellar. The story moved me.I applaud this marvelous work. It certainly takes lots of talented people to make such a film. Among the special touches are an homage to 2001: A Space Odyssey and many other unexpected twists and turns.I recommend others treat themselves for a satisfying film experience. You'll be glad you did.
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