July 15, 2010 - #40/100
Last Chance Harvey (2008)
Harvey Shine (Dustin Hoffman) writes music for television ads in New York. One weekend, he heads to London for his daughter's wedding. It's obvious to tell that, since the divorce, he hasn't been in his daughter's life that much. Perhaps this is why his daughter seems to be closer to her step-dad than she does to her real dad. While in London, Harvey learns that his boss has pushed him aside for a younger talent. Needless to say, his life isn't exactly perfect at the moment. So, he decides to stay in London for a bit since his job doesn't seem to be working out. In comes Kate Walker (Emma Thompson), who works doing surveys of passengers passing through the airport. Harvey had first met her when he had gotten off of the plane, but he didn't actually start talking to her until he's sitting in the bar. At first, Kate doesn't seem interested, but she finally ends up giving him a chance. Over the next few days, the continue to hang out, getting to know each other better. But, will this random fling actually turn into something more? I mostly wanted to watch this movie because Emma Thompson is one of my favorite actresses. Throughout the entire movie, there are never really any parts that tend to be monumental. Therefore, nothing in particular really sticks out. But, the movie still managed to keep my attention. I can definitely think of better movies that have Emma in them, like Stranger Than Fiction, but this was still a good movie. I wouldn't mind watching it again.
I gave this movie 7/10 stars on imdb.com.
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