The trailers to this film portray it as one of those romantic comedies, but it really isn't. Have you seen Lost in Translation? Then you know what this film will be like.
Adapted from Steve Martin's Novella of the same name, Shopgirl showcases none of the usually Steve Martin comedy elements, mirroring Bill Murray's lead dramatic turn in Lost in Translation. Both Murray and Martin are older gentleman with some interest in a much younger woman.
Inevitably, Lost in Translation and Shopgirl are going to be compared, just because of ALL the similarities between them. Only Lost in Translation is the better film. Somewhat forced and lacking real emotion with the two leads (Claire Danes and Steve Martin), the film falls short of my expectations.
Jason Schwartzman, however, was given the best lines, showed true character growth (really, the theme of the film), and had truly the most comedic moments in the film.
As a sidenote, Richard Roeper, who was seated behind me during the World Premiere, did not laugh once, and seemed disappointed.
Adapted from Steve Martin's Novella of the same name, Shopgirl showcases none of the usually Steve Martin comedy elements, mirroring Bill Murray's lead dramatic turn in Lost in Translation. Both Murray and Martin are older gentleman with some interest in a much younger woman.
Inevitably, Lost in Translation and Shopgirl are going to be compared, just because of ALL the similarities between them. Only Lost in Translation is the better film. Somewhat forced and lacking real emotion with the two leads (Claire Danes and Steve Martin), the film falls short of my expectations.
Jason Schwartzman, however, was given the best lines, showed true character growth (really, the theme of the film), and had truly the most comedic moments in the film.
As a sidenote, Richard Roeper, who was seated behind me during the World Premiere, did not laugh once, and seemed disappointed.