Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)

Woody Allen does what he does best in Vicky Cristina Barcelona: He gives us an interesting story withÂ charming characters and great dialogue, all the while showing off a place like few can. He's shownÂ us hisÂ New York, London, Paris, Venice, and now, Barcelona.Â If you haven't been there, watch this film and you'll put it on your short list.

Name: Vicky Cristina Barcelona

AKA (mine): Yes Country for Young Women

Writer/Director: Woody Allen

Cast (the few): Javier Bardem (sans the bad hairdo he sported in No Country for Old Men), Penelope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson, Rebecca Hall

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance

The Story: Americans Vicky and Cristina visit Barcelona for the summer. Vicky is traditional and engaged to marry a suit back in the States, and Cristina is liberal and unattached. In Barcelona, they meet artist Juan Antonio, who's still involved with his ex-wife Maria Elena.

More Details: PG-13, 1 hs 37 min, http://www.vickycristina-movie.com/.

Why Watch It: Despite being a bit incomplete in the development of polyamory as a central theme in the film, a borderline stereotypical portrayal of Latin artists, and a slight overuse of voiceover,Â Vicky Cristina Barcelona has solid performances and offersÂ a great story, entertainment with plenty of eye candy that will make you think. And smile.

Comments: 7

Jo Anna A. - Farrell Oct 27, 2008, 10:43pm UTC

I have always like Allen. He has a subtle way of entertainment that I enjoy.

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Sue T. Oct 30, 2008, 2:48am UTC

I've always enjoyed Woody Allen films and I absolutely love Barcelona - I do hope we get to feast our eyes on some of Gaudi's incredible creations!

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Christine Zibas Mar 20, 2009, 1:53am UTC

I liked it because I love Barcelona, but I felt like the dialogue is something I had heard in a million other Woody Allen movies. Still, it's worth seeing if for no other reason than Javier Bardem!

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Beth G. Mar 28, 2009, 2:16pm UTC

This does sound like an interesting movie. I have this in my netflix queue. Although I can't stand Woody Allen.

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Janell R. Mar 28, 2009, 10:45pm UTC

I've liked most Woody Allen films and like Penelope Cruz so I may have to see this. Thanks for the review!

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El Toro Bravo de Amor Oct 9, 2009, 12:13am UTC

Woody's a creepy mother. This is one of 3 of his movies I've enjoyed.

I think of it as a movie about team building.

I still watch it to figure out why Scarlett's character went wrong in the end.

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