Sentences with phrase «witty script»

All the supporting cast are great and take full advantage of a very witty script that has a lot of heart and focuses on character development rather than action.

Might be the incredible cast, wonderfully witty script, amazing cinematography, or just an emotional connection to the plot.

Pic's unflagging pace and the unexpectedly witty script by John Hopkins and Bruce Graham complement the simplicity of this comedy construct.

As sequels go, Iron Man 2 is disappointing in places and fails to deliver the thrills of the first film but it's still worth seeing thanks to its strong performances, decent effects and a frequently witty script.

But it's all pretty inconsequential, relying on a fairly witty script, a game cast of Allen regulars and the usual loving evocation of New York City.

Featuring the best work from Carrey and McGregor in years (and a reminder of Carrey's phenomenal and chameleonic talents when given the right material), a smart and witty script adapted by the directors from McVicker's novel, and a cracking pace that neither hurries nor languishes, it combines the highlights of the heist and escape genres with dashes of dark humour and irreverence to create a film best described as a wicked delight.

The dark, witty script follows the book pretty closely, but Chandler's contributions are key.

I'm not sure what's the most satisfying aspect of To Catch a Thief: Hitchcock's sure - fire direction, the chemistry between Grant and Kelly, or the refreshingly witty script.

Venom's similarities to our masked hero aren't just witty script writing.

It is also his funniest movie, thanks to a relentlessly witty script by Scott Frank and Jon Cohen.

Big thanks goes to Reynolds but also to the supporting cast (which includes Gemma Arteron, Anna Kendrick, and Jacki Weaver) and the delightful, sometimes witty script.

Yet these niggles are minor enough so as not to detract from the enjoyment of «The Men Who Stare at Goats,» with Mr. Straughan's witty script providing the perfect vehicle for a particularly strong cast.

With razor - sharp performances, a brutally witty script by Bruce Wagner and snaky direction from David Cronenberg, the film is perhaps too knowing as it explores a group of fiercely ambitious people who will stop at nothing to get what they want.

With an incredibly witty script, funky 70s soundtrack and Vin Diesel as a tree, it is a rip - roaring two hours of fun, even if it is a tad confusing at times - in the manner of all space - themed films.

Here, the supporting players — Bogart, Sheridan, Hale and Page — give sharp, piquant performances, a cause that's aided by a fast, witty script from Jerry Wald and Richard Macaulay, based on A.I. Bezzerides» novel, «Long Haul.»

The sharp, often very witty script has the ring of truth to it, refusing to overplay big events or to create some miracle cinematic cure that sees Bertie rising to inspiring orator status.

A work that stands squarely on a wonderfully witty script that nearly redefines the word bouncy, and a thing of beauty to see performed.

Verdict: With a string of gratifying action sequences, and a breakneck pace leavened by a frequently witty script, The Winter Soldier stands alone as a solidly entertaining blockbuster.

Working from a smart, witty script by William Wheeler (adapted from Irving's memoir, also called The Hoax) and some uncharacteristically sentiment - free direction from Lasse Hallström, the actor projects charm and chutzpah, but also the absolute fear that must have been coursing through Irving's veins.

While not an elite action film, and overall disappointing, its stars compliment a witty script, a couple of cool fight scenes, and exotic locales.

Blessed with a witty script (by Zobel and co-writer George Smith), a talented ensemble of little - known character actors and a Meredith Willson - like feel for just - plain - folks Americans, this is a low - key but enormously charming picture.

The first film was a huge hit, taking more than eight times its budget at the box office and winning over critics and audiences alike with its intelligent storytelling and witty script.

Fish - out - of - water stories can become tiresome very quickly if they're not anchored itoeither a witty script or good performances, but at the very least., most films which go down this route at least make an effort to emphasise the differences in culture, even if it's just a passing, off - hand comment about how fast people move or the fact that there's no phone signal.

Critic Consensus: Offering a wonderfully witty script, spotless direction from George Cukor, and typically excellent lead performances, The Philadelphia Story is an unqualified classic.

Critics Consensus: Offering a wonderfully witty script, spotless direction from George Cukor, and typically excellent lead performances, The Philadelphia Story is an unqualified classic.

Critic Consensus: Sweet, smart, and quirky, Waitress hits the right, bittersweet notes through this romantic comedy through its witty script and a superb performance by Keri Russell.

Critics Consensus: Sweet, smart, and quirky, Waitress hits the right, bittersweet notes through this romantic comedy through its witty script and a superb performance by Keri Russell.

An unfortunate casting decision, however, comes close to sabotaging a witty script with fresh insights into the trend of young people postponing marriage while waiting for some grand plan of theirs to materialize.

Co-writer / director Cory Edwards has a lot of fun blending the detective genre with the familiar fairy tale world and the witty script throws up several hilarious one - liners, many of which will sail over the heads of a young audience.

A witty script, brilliant acting, a touching central conflict and superb cinematography should lead «The King's Speech» to a victory.

On the whole, however, writer Jeremy Brock (The Last King of Scotland, Charlotte Gray) delivers a heartfelt, personal, and witty script and, in his first directorial effort, does a fine job of bringing it to the screen.

You'd like to think that at this stage she knows a witty script when she sees it, but after this mess it's going to take her a long time to win back your trust.

This charming post-modern fairytale was adapted by William Goldman from his own book, and it's the witty script crammed with knowing humour and likeable characters that makes it.

A smart, witty script and a likable cast help overcome the deep - seated rom - com cliches the filmmakers set out to deconstruct.

What sets Erin Brockovich apart from these others is the attention to detail, the very witty script, and brilliant casting by Soderbergh.

A witty script that follows the basic creed of plot - driven filmmaking; I always wanted to know what happened next and how far depraved this kidnapping was going to go.

We have an intelligent and witty script, and universally fantastic performances.

Frances Ha's strengths come from its very witty script, and the incredibly charming performance by Greta Gerwig.

An almost ridiculously strong cast and a witty script by the writer of Crazy Stupid Love make this silly film a lot more entertaining than it should be.

An intelligent & witty script, while packs a punch without hysteria, or melodrama.

I think we're used to a variety of funny characters with a memorable voice cast, a witty script, and lots of slapstick along the way.

Morality, both personal and political, is shown as the amorphous beast it is, and the thrilling but sordid reality of politics is deftly drawn with a witty script.

However, such inconsistencies seem a minor quibble when compared to Living in Oblivion's larger charms, with a very witty script (also by DiCillo) and some terrific performances all around.

Directed by Brendan Grant it boasts a witty script and is filmed across Dublin, portraying the city in a modern, funky light.

This rollicking action romp has all of the chase scenes and car crashes you expect from a Jerry Bruckheimer movie, but a lot more (intentional) laughs thanks to a witty script and a cast of...