The cinematic work "Spanglish" by James L. Brooks is an intriguing tale of a Mexican woman and her daughter who travel to Los Angeles. While seeking employment, the mother, played by Paz Vega, finds employment as a housekeeper/nanny with a well off family. Though initially reluctant, she agrees to accept the family's live in position because they agreed to let her daughter live in too. Living in a new place with a new family Flor comes to know all the members of the Clasky family over time. With a dramatic and energetic mother Deborah Clasky, and an intriguing restaurateur father John Clasky (played by Adam Sandler), the Clasky family presents an interesting time for Flor and her daughter.
Deborah's heavy drinking mother who was a former jazz singer, Evelyn, notices that her daughter is in need of support, and is there for her more. When Flor and her daughter Christina spend more time at the Clasky residence they both make efforts in education. Flor learned English for the sake of her family, and Christiana made strong academics efforts when she was presented with the opportunity of a private education. Though all seems to be going well, as soon as Flor and John establish a romantic connection, all begins to change. With a dramatic, yet comedic tone I feel that the film earns a solid 7 out of 10. It is a film that presents a solid cast, interesting storyline, and a balance of cinematic genre.
My favorite scene was the restaurant scene. Through the use of various cinematic elements, and a strong written script, the scene depicts the strong connection and meaning that develops between Flor and John. Though there are other great scenes that I enjoyed, such as the beginning of Flor's stay, I do not want to spoil this clever film. Other key film review sources such as rotten tomatoes gives it a 51%, IMDb give it a 6.5 out of 10, and iTunes customers rate it 4.5 out of 5. Overall, I feel that though there are a wide spectrum of ratings, I feel that Spanglish is a worth viewing. I feel that though the film was not the best film I have ever seen director James L. Brooks did an effective job at creating an overall solid film. Flor and Cristina's story draws parallels to many others whom travel also seeking better opportunity. The story with its various ups and downs keeps the viewer intrigued as this story unfolds before the viewer. I feel that this 7 out of 10 film, is a nice film to watch on a movie night unwinding from one's day.
Deborah's heavy drinking mother who was a former jazz singer, Evelyn, notices that her daughter is in need of support, and is there for her more. When Flor and her daughter Christina spend more time at the Clasky residence they both make efforts in education. Flor learned English for the sake of her family, and Christiana made strong academics efforts when she was presented with the opportunity of a private education. Though all seems to be going well, as soon as Flor and John establish a romantic connection, all begins to change. With a dramatic, yet comedic tone I feel that the film earns a solid 7 out of 10. It is a film that presents a solid cast, interesting storyline, and a balance of cinematic genre.
My favorite scene was the restaurant scene. Through the use of various cinematic elements, and a strong written script, the scene depicts the strong connection and meaning that develops between Flor and John. Though there are other great scenes that I enjoyed, such as the beginning of Flor's stay, I do not want to spoil this clever film. Other key film review sources such as rotten tomatoes gives it a 51%, IMDb give it a 6.5 out of 10, and iTunes customers rate it 4.5 out of 5. Overall, I feel that though there are a wide spectrum of ratings, I feel that Spanglish is a worth viewing. I feel that though the film was not the best film I have ever seen director James L. Brooks did an effective job at creating an overall solid film. Flor and Cristina's story draws parallels to many others whom travel also seeking better opportunity. The story with its various ups and downs keeps the viewer intrigued as this story unfolds before the viewer. I feel that this 7 out of 10 film, is a nice film to watch on a movie night unwinding from one's day.