Archive for July, 2008

REVIEW: Swing Vote

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Variety’s review of Swing Vote is mostly positive. Nana’s role is small and isn’t mentioned, but it sounds like the film is being well received.

Graced with a gently cynical spirit and more brains than its average-Joe protagonist, “Swing Vote” applies a pleasing Frank Capra-esque glaze to the fanciful story of a blue-collar American whose vote ends up being the only one that counts. Result may not be the sharpest slice of political theater imaginable, but pic’s comic smarts and affecting daddy-daughter drama provide a sturdy platform for its heartfelt advocacy of informed voting and responsible citizenship. Broad commercial potential and impeccable election-season timing aside, Disney’s oddly misleading ad campaign won’t help this ingratiating, old-fashioned, decidedly nonpartisan entertainment earn the B.O. ballots it deserves.

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Happy Birthday, Nana!

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

Many happy returns to Nana, celebrating her birthday today!