Duck

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Jan 28, 2018 To the first reviewer who didn't understand why the duck was named "Joe" after Arthur's speech about Kilroy: Enlisted men are sometimes referred to as "GI Joes. " I think Arthur might have even called them "Joes" in his Kilroy monologue. There was also a lot of symbolism there: Lower-ranking enlisted men are the "last in line, " the last to arrive. The duck was also the last in line, and because of it he lived. The movie moved very slowly, but I stuck with it and basically really liked it. The scene on the bridge when Arthur tells Joe he loves him is just beautiful. I am glad the movie has a happy ending of sorts. I kept waiting for something horrible to happen to either Arthur or Joe. Glad they made it to their destination safely. If you're looking for something fast paced and thrilling, this movie obviously isn't for you. If you are looking, as one reviewer seemed to be, for some political statement moral, this isn't for you. But pick a night when you have nothing else going on and give this movie a little chance. Watch it with an open mind. See more Mar 20, 2011 This seemed like a quirky enough premise to perhaps be worthwhile. It was not. It gets a full star because of the duck. Otherwise, why are these humans in this movie? Many of them seem to have successful lives as actors or dermatologists. What were they thinking? This movie tries to be a great many things and fails terribly at all of them. A commentary on aging in America? Scratch. A commentary on homelessness? Scratch. A commentary on the artificiality of social milieus and the possibility of transcending them if one can just give up attachment or recognition of them? Scratch. Arthur makes repeated references to WWII, leading one to believe that he was there - except that he was born in 1933, and I doubt he was there at the age of 11. A man who appears to have lived a normal life by the world's standards - albeit one lined with tragedy - transitions to being the homeless guardian and friend of a duck with little or no apparent angst, bitterness, or even self-awareness. The story relies on trite stereotypes but doesn't even bother to do anything with them. There are plenty of moments where it's clear we're supposed to just be gasping with sudden insight and appreciation - the film does everything except flash a blinking "GASP APPRECIATIVELY!" or "CHUCKLE SYMPATHETICALLY" sign in the corner of the screen. I sort of wish it had - it would have provided something better to watch. This film has no point, no resolution, and no characters that we can truly empathize or connect with in any way. Except perhaps the duck. And I felt *bad* for him that he didn't have a better agent. See more Feb 15, 2011 Great concept, but incredibly boring. The script isn't good, although Philip Baker Hall does great with a horrible role. The duck is a pretty good actor. There is no reason for so much of the movie to be in red. It isn't often when you can point out bad editing, but here the editing is really off. See more Nov 6, 2010 Great movie about the relationships people can have with there pets, and how pets can give so much to humans. The strong bond between Arthur and his duck Joe was touching and real. See more Jul 30, 2010 Good idea, sweet, fun parts, but it just seemed to drag on and on and on; and it was only 90 minutes. Good movie to see, thoughtful and thought provoking, just the the greatest if you're looking for something exciting. See more Aug 22, 2009 Very simple story yet so charming and touching. It also said a lot about the plight of homelessness and old age. See more Read all reviews

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