THE BOOK OF HENRY | 06.16.17 | Focus | Reactions on Page 3. They're not pretty.

[marveldcfox]

On 6/17/2017 at 8:11 PM, TimmyRiggins said:

For your information, Kennedy and co saw the film late 2015, Trevorrow knew the bad reviews were coming, he's fully aware of how much of a tightrope act (his words) the film is, and that the wild tonal changes will be jarring to some people and that's okay, he also said the film tested very well, huge divides (especially with this film) btw critics and audience happen, that doesn't negate what he's accomplished before.

 

He also mentioned in those lengthy interviews (made in the last few weeks) that he's been working with Rian, JJ, drafts have been delivered, he's moved to frickin England, he's mentioned his love for SW and how he knows how much it means for a lot of people and the responsibility it entails. If anythg, The Book Of Henry, despite being a failure for the critics (which is merely an opinion, and I've read far more positive audience feedback, the complete opposite actually), shows a filmmaker who's willing to take risks, knowing full well (he said so) that he didnt have to do it and that the script is such that there's a small chance of sticking the landing. 

 

I respect the guy tremendously, not only does he know what he's talking about, seeing him talk about his process in interviews, but he also seems like a really good guy. Your misguided dreams that this will get him booted off are just that: dreams. Brad Bird did help in bringing his name into the fold but as he explained it to Josh Horowitz, Frank Marshall & Kathy Kennedy took notice on JW of not only his ability and skill in steering the ship of a ginormous production, but also how he treated his crew, how he worked with the actors.

 

Colin won the gig fair & square. The mature thing to do is to give him a chance, let him show us what he can do, I've no doubt that now, more than ever with the charming online bashing, he has to feel the need to prove himself and deliver the best SW film he can make. Rooting for him.

Obviously you are someone who works at Disney/Lucasfilm or have some professional ties with Colin. 

[The Futurist]

Again, that is not how it works, like, at all.

 

[That One Girl]

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Edited June 10, 2022 by That One Guy

[marveldcfox]

44 minutes ago, That One Guy said:

 

You're one of the most negative people on this site.

That's what you would like to believe.

[debarr]

During interviews Patty has mentioned that she always consider her next project very carefully. Especially the blockbuster-type projects.

Because she know her sucess and faillure will afect other women as well. Male directors don't have to think about that. If she doesn't have confidence in the project, she will pass. The same doesn't happen to Colin Trevorrow or Josh Trank of this world.

If anybody is interested in the subject of female directos in Hollywood I highly recommendo to list the DGA podcast episode that Patty did with Richard Donner.

[Barnack]

7 minutes ago, debarr said:

DGA podcast episode that Patty did with Richard Donner.

 

thanks for that recommendation, will certainly do (here the links for people):

https://www.dga.org/Craft/Podcast.aspx

[antovolk]

So, um, HOW IS THIS A BAD MOVIE?!?!?!?!
Yes, this is a mad concept on paper which is probably part of why critics were thrown....but the cast - holy shit everyone is so good in this 0 and Trevorrow manage to approach the concept with such unabashed and serious sincerity that I was completely along for the whole thing and its twists and turns. Tonal changes? Smooth. Gia's score? Really nice.
There's a conversation between Henry and Sarah Silverman's character which I feel just perfectly encapsulates the whole hullabaloo surrounding this film....just go see it for yourself, will you. Even if coming in with 'laugh at how bad it is' expectations. Mine weren't that low but still very low. Might be surprised like I was.
8/10

[Blankments]

Saw this movie last weekend. Yup, the critics were right this is a really special type of bad movie. Had a lot of fun with it

[TalismanRing]

Beware spoilers -- Mark Kermode

 

- The Book Of Henry has been torn to pieces by critics but I have a sneaking sympathy for the film’s director Colin Trevorrow.