If you don’t have much time but want to know what to see at
the movies, here is the latest #100WordReview by film critic Jason Evans. This
time, he gives us 100 words on Downhill.
The Premise: Billie (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and Pete (Will
Ferrell) are a happily married couple who take their two children on a ski
vacation to the Swiss Alps. When the family is caught in an avalanche that
looks terrifying (but isn’t actually very dangerous) Pete runs away, leaving
his loved ones behind. Even though no one is actually hurt, Billie starts to
question how she can spend her life with the man who ran off in the face of
danger.
The 100 Words: What happens when you put two of the best
comedy actors around in a film that really feels more like a drama? You get
something uneven and unsure of itself. The best parts of Downhill are the
moments of comedy, especially from Louis-Dreyfus, but the script just doesn’t
make any of these characters likable enough for us enjoy spending time with
them or become invested in their struggle. Mercifully, Downhill clocks in at
just 86 minutes, so at least it doesn’t feel interminably long. Still, this is
a tough one to sit through and these amazing leads deserve better material.
What do you think? Reach out to Jason Evans on twitter @JasonDukeEvans to let him know.
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