Ironically enough, the movie to begin this project is not one that has been neglected by me. I have seen About a Boy many times and it is one of my favorite movies. I will admit though, it has been awhile since I've seen it. Probably one to two years at least, maybe more.
I'm not sure what to write about it. I like Hugh Grant (Will) in it. I like his relationship with Nicholas Hoult (Marcus) and the way it is perceived by different characters in the movie. I like how he helps Marcus, who in turn helps Will. I like the music (Badly Drawn Boy). I like Rachel Weisz (Rachel). I hate the scene where Fiona barfs. I like when Marcus tells Ellie to "shake [her] ass" while learning about rap music. Just an all around good film. Still one of my favorites.
I like this movie, too, but like you, it's been a while since I've watched it. One of the things I liked that you didn't mention is how Will knows he's incredibly shallow and is ok with that, as long as no one else finds out. Being an island isn't what it's cracked up to be. I also like the end, when he closes his eyes while singing "Killing Me Softly" on stage. Hilarious.
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