The Last Song
SCORE: 90
I have been anticipating The Last Song for some time now. Our friends
over at Disney were kind enough to send us a reviewable Blu-ray + DVD 2
disc combo pack. I had seen previews and that was all I knew about this
movie. The Last Song is a coming of age movie about a daughter who
spends the summer with her father. Her parents are divorced and she is
not exactly up on the idea of spending time with her dad. There are some
major surprises in this movie and I am going to do my best to keep any
spoilers out of my review. After watching the movie some of my cryptic
comments will make more sense.
The ocean scenery is breath taking in The Last Song. Miley Cyrus spends
much of the movie in very appropriate attire. There are some points
where she is accentuating her femininity. There is also a violent scene
in The Last Song that is a plot turning point. Love is expressed in the
way of hugs and kisses in The Last Song. There is a dirty scene in this
movie in the way of a mud fight. This was in no way sexual though.
The Last Song contains some beautiful music in it. The piano playing in
various parts is very inspiring. I like how Miley Cyrus did not do a lot
of singing in The Last Song. It is nice to see a musician do a film and
work on the acting portion, and not become one dimensional. There are
some language and attitude issues in The Last Song, especially in the
beginning. The theme of love, and forgiveness do come through loud and
clear though. Learning to forgive ones we love is a concept this movie
teaches.
There are some fun bonuses on the discs of The Last Song. An alternate
opening sequence, deleted scenes, go behind the scenes tour, music
video, making of the music video, and an audio commentary. I really
enjoyed the music video of "When I Look At You." I have already watched
The Last Song a couple of times, and believe it will be one I want to
see numerous times.
The Last Song is all about life and love. Life has a way of happening,
and there is nothing you can ever do to stop it. The Last Song made me
think about God's timing in all things. Forgiveness is such an important
lesson viewers can pick up from The Last Song. Do you want to live with
regrets or try and make things right? The menu screens are laid out in a
way that makes them easy to use. The Last Song brought out a wide range
of emotions from me in various sections.
I really like movies that feel like real life. The Last Song fits into
that category with ease. Nicholas Sparks knows what he is doing with a
story. Families can talk about quite a few different topics after
watching The Last Song. I had to keep explaining to my kids that The
Last Song had nothing to do with Hannah Montana. Getting across the
concept that Miley can act in different roles is one they are still
warming up to. She does a very good job with this film as do the other
actors and actresses. I will be recommending The Last Song to friends,
family, and pastors that I know. The Last Song will touch your heart in
ways you can not imagine - at least until you have seen it.
- Yolanda
Graphics: 84%
Sound: 86%
Replay/Extras: 87%
Gameplay: 97%
Family Friendly Factor: 94%
System: Blu-ray/DVD
Publisher: Touchstone Home Entertainment
Rating: 'PG' for Parental Guidance Suggested
{For Thematic Material, Some Violence, Sensuality, and Mild Language}
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