“Son of Rambow” is a charming and nostalgic comedy about two boys who set out to make their own action film. Will, a shy and imaginative boy, is inspired by Rambo while Lee Carter, a troublemaker, sees the film as an opportunity to impress his bullying brother. As they work on their movie, the boys discover the joys and challenges of creativity, friendship, and growing up. The film captures the innocence and excitement of childhood through a blend of humor and heart.
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Review
Act I
Enter the world of “Son of Rambow”, a heartwarming comedy-adventure film that brings a lively and imaginative take on the iconic John Rambo character. Set in the 1980s, during the thriving era of pop-culture, this movie follows two misfit boys, Will and Lee, who aspire to make their own action movie inspired by Rambo.
Act II
Will is a sheltered boy, who belongs to a strict religious community which restricts him from engaging in any form of pop-culture. But when he meets Lee, he gets introduced to an entirely new world full of movies and music. Lee is an outgoing troublemaker who introduces Will to his passion for filmmaking.
Act III
Together they embark on creating their own version of “Rambo: First Blood.” They enlist other kids from their school and recruit them as actors, soundtrack makers, and crew members. However, things take an unexpected turn when the boys’ amateur film gets noticed by a French filmmaker conducting a competition. The competition offers children all over the globe a chance to make their own films based on mythic tales.
Act IV
As the boys’ friendship grows stronger with each passing day, so does their ambition to complete their film before the competition deadline. Despite multiple obstacles coming their way – such as losing equipment or being chased by bullies – they continue working tirelessly on their film.
Act V
The climax of this exceptional movie takes place at the competition where Will’s creativity shines through in his own reimagining of John Rambo. The scene showcases an epic battle between good and evil with stunning special effects that leave the audience cheering.
Conclusion
The direction by Garth Jennings is remarkable and boasts an impressive soundtrack that evokes nostalgia for anyone who grew up in the 1980s. The acting by Bill Milner (Will) and Will Poulter (Lee) are superb and leave a lasting impression on the viewer. Together, they bring to life one of the most endearing and unconventional friendships in movie history.
In conclusion, “Son of Rambow” is an imaginative and entertaining film that captures the essence of childhood creativity and friendship. The perfect blend of humor, emotion, and action makes it a must-watch for anyone who loves movies. As Shakespeare once said, “All the world’s a stage,” and this movie brings that idea to life with its satisfying conclusion that will make you cheer for the underdog.
Technical Data
- Runtime : 96
- Release : 2007-01-22
- Genre : Comedy
- Cast : Bill Milner as Will Proudfoot, Will Poulter as Lee Carter, Jessica Hynes as Mary Proudfoot, Jules Sitruk as Didier Revol, Neil Dudgeon as Joshua
- Crew : Peter Nadermann as Associate Producer, Michel Reilhac as Associate Producer, Meinolf Zurhorst as Associate Producer, Joby Talbot as Music, Garth Jennings as Screenplay
- Popularity 9.696
- Budget : $4,913,400
- Revenue : $10,871,449
- Company : Hammer & Tongs, Celluloid Dreams, Good Film Productions
- Summary : Will is looking for an escape from his family when he encounters Lee, the school bully. Armed with a video camera and a copy of Rambo, Lee plans to make his own action-packed video epic.
- Tagline : Make Believe. Not War.
