Lars and the Real Girl

This movie is extremely quirky and heart warming. If you only see 1 movie this year - make sure its this one.

This film has already won 2 awards with 12 nominations. Ryan Gosling plays an extraordinary man whose wounded and isolated after losing his parents and has become frightened by human touch, consequently he leads a lonely and solitary life unable to communicate comfortably with others. That is until ‘Bianca’ arrives.

Bianca is a ‘doll’. His ‘relationship’ with her allows him to communicate and interact with his community.

Please don’t let any misconceptions deter you from seeing this film - it will be nothing like you expect and you’ll be thankful you did. Gosling is amazing in this Oscar worthy role. He conveys the innocence and the genuineness of this character beautifully.

Everything is perfect about this movie, from the acting, to the setting (small town) to the family and relationship dynamics. You cannot fault this movie. Cinematic storytelling at it’s best.

Steph’s rating: 10/10