Thank you. Will definitely rescue some moviegoers from the post-summer doldrums, but someone should have told Davis that there's going to be casualities if he leaves audiences in the water that long. Both powerful forces which should not be taken for granted in real life or this movie. Shocked that a film starring both actually engaged and captured my own emotions. Wow. But it goes on & on, off the deep end into the even hokier. That image provides the last shot in "Plenty," which is the story of how very wrong she was. Directed by Andrew Davis. Everyone did such an awesome job! In the movie, both characters are facing similar struggles, and when they first meet, they are dealing with they're ghosts in different ways. Bravo! The intensity of the rescue footage makes this movie is unsuitable for young children. Kutcher seems to have tweaked the serious acting he played with in "Butterfly Effect". The film went on to gross a total of $17,037,887 domestically. However, I left the theatre feeling unsatisfied. Latest Film news, comment and analysis from the Guardian, the world's leading liberal voice Kevin Costner stars as Ben Randall, a veteran Coast Guard rescue swimmer who turns to teaching after a traumatic event leaves him unable to carry on as usual. Directed by Logan Taaffe. Satheesh Paul's 'Guardian' may be listed as a thriller, but it is not quite a suspense thriller in that the movie neither has any suspense nor thrills. critics consensus The Coast Guard gets its chance for a heroic movie tribute, but The Guardian does it no justice, borrowing cliche after cliche from other (and better) military branch movies. Awards I'm not going to spoil the movie but this really follows along the lines of An Officer and a Gentleman and those moments give it a little bit of a cheesy aftertaste. I saw the trailers and the ads and never expected much from it, and in no way really did i anticipate seeing this movie. The dialog is wooden, the situations hackneyed. With these kinda films, I'm always torn between two thoughts: I want to judge the film on it's own merits. I Blame Society review – film-maker turns serial killer in uneven black comedy 3 out of 5 stars. These two actors came into this film with a serious, focused attitude that shone through in what I thought was one of the best films I've seen this year. No, its not an Oscar worthy movie. When I left the theater, it was with not only newfound knowledge and respect for the men and women of our Coast Guard, but with a wave of excitement from the sheer excellence and entertainment of the film. By creating an account, you agree to the Privacy Policy Streaming Movie Review ‘A Fortunate Man’ Review: A Danish Engineer Strives for Success. My father died and my mother is still alive. The Guardian is ultimately a by the numbers movie that failed to hit big at the box office, seemingly lost to time. It seems to be divided into two parts -- action sequences and personal dramas ashore. Respect for the sacrifice vs. respect for the movie-going public, Guarding The Perfection of Underrated Classics. Actually, the putative star of The Guardian is Aston Kutcher. Rather, its a story about a simple topic, illuminated in a way that brings that audience to a higher level of empathy than thought possible. I love the USCG, its men and women are fearless and tough. I was looking forward to The Guardian, but when I walked into the theater I wasn't really in the mood for it at that particular time. But I also want to respect the men and woman (in uniform) the film portrays. It's like George W. Bush telling me to respect the men and women fighting terror: I don't agree with his policy, but the men and woman he sends abroad fighting terror deserve and do earn my respect. The mentor this time is played perfectly by Kevin Costner; An ordinary man with common everyday problems who lives an extraordinary conviction, to save lives. If you had asked me how the movie was throughout the film, I would have told you it was great! The movie has some slow spots and could have used the wasted 15 minutes to strengthen the character relationships. The action scenes are awesome, but this movie doesn't do much for recruiting, I fear. Sidney Poitier’s 7 Most Memorable Performances, All Harry Potter Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, New Details Emerge About Warner Bros.’ Next. Having said that, and being the skeptic I am, I went expecting the over-the-top cheese factors. I was pleasantly surprised to find this movie showing as a sneak preview in my local theater. The rescues and sea effects were amazing to watch and definitely provided edge of the seat tense moments, probably all the more so knowing that there are guys who do this for a living. The Guardian is a 2006 American action-adventure drama film directed by Andrew Davis.The film stars Kevin Costner, Ashton Kutcher and Melissa Sagemiller.The title of the film refers to a legendary figure within the film which protects people lost at sea: "the Guardian". There was some cheese, but all in all, not much.. and the film was pretty accurate. Katrine Greis-Rosenthal and Esben Smed in “A Fortunate Man,” directed by Bille August. See All Audience Reviews Guardian Quotes. The drama is adapted by film-maker Ramin Bahrani from the 2008 bestseller and Booker prize winner by Aravind Adiga, and Bahrani also directs with terrific storytelling energy. But I was shocked. After losing his team he takes a teaching position training the next generation of heroes. | It follows Ashton Kutsher through survival swimmer school, guided by Master Chief Kevin Costner, then to Alaska where a couple of spectacular rescues take place, the last resulting in death. Nick Fallin is a hotshot lawyer working at his father's ultrasuccessful Pittsburgh law firm. That's what I think good film-making is and I for one am throughly impressed by this work. Swimmers are not allowed to go inside of any vessel no matter the circumstances. I was breath taken when i watched this movie! There's nothing particularly wrong with it, it's just very tedious. User Ratings Audience Reviews for Guardian. Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! The film's noblest soldier is Francine, the orphan girl Hortense hires to help in the harvest but who works her way into a permanent position with the family. Kardit. I work at a movie theater and every Thursday night we have an employee screening of one movie that comes out the next day...Today it was The Guardian. I went to an advance screening of this movie thinking I was about to embark on 120 minutes of cheezy lines, mindless plot, and the kind of nauseous acting that made "The Postman" one of the most malignant displays of cinematic blundering of our time. The Guardian - Back to home. Film Review: The Guardian (1990) MC from Chrichtonsworld 01/19/2016 Uncategorized. And the applause of my two sons. But, together they overcome them and become the heroes that they need to be. There is a breadth of quality about the acting, including a fine performance from Sela Ward as Ben's estranged wife - making a lot more of her role than her meagre scripting suggests. After the mysterious death of her undercover cop husband, a female martial artist must protect her daughter from corrupt police, politicians and hired assassins who will do anything to conceal the truth. Norwegian critics have panned the film, calling it everything from “boring” to resembling “an illustrated Wikipedia article” because of how it crams in so many aspects of Amundsen’s life without going into any depth. Second, the Command Center (supposedly in Kodiak), it looked more like a NASA command center... we don't have any gear that hi-tech. Don't have an account? Please enter your email address and we will email you a new password. Not since 'Robin Hood' have I seen this Costner: full of depth and complex emotion. | It is no way a story. Directed by Miguel Ángel Lamata. This is a pale imitation of 'Officer and a Gentleman.' The film wonderfully, and finally, gives long overdue exposure and respect to the Coast Guard; it had the audience applauding at the end. The movie follows the character development of Jake Fischer (Ashton Kutcher) and Ben Randall (Kevin Costner). I didn't want it to bring back the memories of losing my father, but I went anyways. The rescue scenes are intense and well filmed and edited to provide maximum impact. One man, one woman, one rule: not fall in love. Some of the scenes from "A" school reminded me of my days their and the dumb stuff I did and got in trouble for in my younger days. In a nutshell, it is about training for life in the U.S. Coast Guard. Ashton Kutcher and Kevin Costner did amazing acting work in this film. The Guardian is ultimately a by the numbers movie that failed to hit big at the box office, seemingly lost to time. Costner plays a Coast Guard legend, who, after a tragic and traumatic accident at sea, gets assigned to teaching and takes hotshot recruit Ashton Kutcher, who had been a swim champion (and who has a similar incident in his past) under his wing as his protégée. I don't think I've ever seen a better Costner film and by the end I was so emotionally attached to the characters I felt as if we were related and if they got hurt or in trouble I physically felt worried. What an incredible film. His 'conflict' with his wife is about as deep as a mud puddle. At the end of World War II, a young woman stands on a hilltop in France and, as the sun bathes her in golden light, she says, "There will be days and days and days like this." This movie earns the audience applause. Ashton Kutcher & Kevin Costner. I lived in Kodiak Alaska and I know what it feels like to wonder if the rescue crew will even come back alive. I thought those scenes were hilarious, especially when Kutcher tries to pick up chicks. I feel that the majority of the movie moved kind of slow, and then the ending developed very fast. The "specific" storyline was an education in itself depicting the personal sacrifice and demanding physical training the elite Coast Guard rescuers must go through in preparation of their only job & responsibility...to save lives at sea. | For being a responsible, even heroic guardian is not enough. But it still works. So I might have been somewhat biased but attending the showing with 9 other Coast Guard families, the movie was very sentimental to all of us. critics consensus The Guardians proves that the oft-unraveled canvas of World War I still has fresh stories to tell -- and adds another gorgeously filmed entry to Xavier Beauvois' filmography. There are no approved quotes yet for this movie. Well turns out this movie was a lot more than I would have thought. I work at a movie theater and every Thursday night we have an employee screening of one movie that comes out the next day...Today it was The Guardian. Kutcher's character is trying to redeem himself for an accident that wasn't his fault? So my conclusion: the men and women of the Coast Guard deserve a film like this, but the movie-going public deserved a better film. With Sarah Carter, Tio Pakusadewo, Nino Fernandez, Dominique Agisca Diyose. The young troubled recruit is played by Kutcher. There's a point in 'The Guardian' where it reaches its logical conclusion and I expected the credits to roll and was mentally ready to leave, but they didn't and another section which could have ended the film followed, with another two after that. I am fully aware that this is not a 10 out of 10 movie, but I've always been generous. The most far-fetched was when PO Fischer (Kutcher) went down inside of the sinking vessel to pull the vessel's captain out of the engine room... that would never happen. After an attack in Cavalier, California, Mitch Chase suffers a tragedy that puts him on a dangerous track. It's not an epic, or a profound social commentary film. Unfortunately, the high life has gotten the best of Nick. The two unaccredited stars of this movie are the Coast Guard and the Sea. An excellent fictional portrayal of the USCG, its aviation crews and their helicopter rescue swimmers! Kevin Costner and Ashton Kutcher deliver a strong performance together. Being a big fan of That 70's Show I always found it hard thinking of Kutcher as anyone but Kelso despite the great acting he did in The Butterfly Effect, but after seeing this movie I think I might be able to finally look at him as a serious actor. The Guardian is that rarest of cinematic commodities: an action movie displaying brains and heart and the opportunity for its stars to do something more … I'm a 130 pilot in the Coast Guard. But since it choked me up earlier on, I'm calling it a weak B . Serviceable actioner starting the nearly always reliable Kevin Costner. Metacritic Reviews. The Guardian earned mostly negative reviews from critics, and holds a 30% rating on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes from 10 reviews. While his scenes with the local love interest are a tad stiff and don't generate enough heat to melt butter, he compliments Costner well. But her presence on screen is a pleasure. I was asked to go by brother and I wasn't too happy because I didn't really want to see a film about the Coast Guard (nothing personal, I'm just not into military/war films) but he drug me there and I would definitely pay to see it again. i have always wanted to do something for this country and now i know exactly what i want to do!! Shocked to find a film starring Costner that appealed to the soul of the audience. It was a great story first of all. This was a terrific movie and one of my favorite Kevin Costner movies. Costner's is raging against the dying of the light, but why? Third, the Captain of the Airstation would not be running the search & rescue cases with like 10 people on watch. I am however sad to say that he died one month before the movie opened. I'm a Petty Officer 1st Class (E-6) and have been in the USCG for 6 years and feel that this movie strongly represents the Coast Guard. Continuing my plan to watch every Kevin Costner movie in his filmography in order, I come to 2006's The Guardian. Our family (and the entire sold out sneak preview audience) enjoyed "The Guardian". Of the many threats to modern man documented in horror films - the slashers, the haunters, the body snatchers - the most innocent would seem to be the druids. This character-driven drama about redemption feels fresh, mostly due to good storytelling and two fine lead performances. Full Review Co-star Clancy Brown (HBO's "Carnivale" - great to see him again) played the captain of the Coast Guard's Kodiak, Alaska base in a strong, convincing role as a leader with the prerequisite and necessary ice water in his veins. SYNOPSIS: A young couple decide to take a nanny to help them out with taking care of their baby so that they will have more time to pursue other things as much as possible. The director, who currently has a juicy supporting role as Juliette Binoche’s arrogant, married lover in “Let the Sunshine In,” is far more respectful and appreciative here of the many crucial roles women play.And in Nathalie Baye, Laura Smet and newcomer Iris Bry, he has three very different actresses through whom to explore the film’s themes. Shocked that Ashton Kutcher could act in such a serious role. While the underlying "general" storyline is somewhat familiar, this film was excellent. The Guardian is a 1984 American thriller film directed by David Greene and written by Richard Levinson and William Link.The film stars Martin Sheen, Louis Gossett Jr., Arthur Hill, Tandy Cronyn, Simon Reynolds and Tom Harvey.The film premiered on HBO on October 20, 1984. Various elements seem dated or unintentionally hilarious. The woman is Susan Traherne, a young English fighter in the French Resistance. It's kind of like the Olive Garden - I like it, but I have to be in the right mindset to thoroughly enjoy it. | This movie is not the fast-paced action movie that we are used to with military films. Anyhow, that is not to say, it is a bad film. The Guardian isn't as boring as Annapolis and SWAT, but it's still a feature-length training montage about kids learning the importance of taking it to the limit. There were only a few scenes that were far fetched. Directed by Helfi C.H. The bulk of the movie deals with the classes, swimming, rescue scenes, and the recruits' going out at night. and to receive email from Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango. My father dedicated 22 years of his life to the Coast Guard. Kevin Costner and Ashton Kutcher gave convincing performances as the fictional helicopter rescue swimmer characters Ben and Jake. Go see this film! External Reviews Will he be able to move on or will his symbol die with his humanity? I was, in the beginning, very hesitant to go see this movie. Robert Redford’s “Company You Keep,” which also features Julie Christie and Susan Sarandon, follows 1960s radicals in later life. After seeing this movie, you can't help but imagine how difficult it must be to graduate from the USCG helicopter rescue swimmer school and one day take part in real rescues. I am extremely impressed with this movie, and I feel like it is under-appreciated. It is more of a police procedural whose inspiration is quite obvious, and whose treatment generic. The Guardian is an ordinary movie about extraordinary people. With Simon Baker, Alan Rosenberg, Raphael Sbarge, Dabney Coleman. and the Terms and Policies, After thinking a little about it, I believe the problem was the pace of the ending. In reality it would be an E-6 or E-7 as the SAR Controller and maybe 2 other support personnel like an assist SAR Controller & a Radio Watchstander. Created by David Hollander. I attended an advance screening of this film not sure of what to expect from Kevin Costner and Ashton Kutcher; both have delivered less than memorable performances & films. There is NO chemistry between Kutcher and the unknown woman who plays his love interest. It's too long and the climax is anti-climactic(!). Actually, the putative star of The Guardian is Aston Kutcher. So there’s no new revelations in watch a grizzled pro teach cocky upstarts the ropes. I've seen this story before but my kids haven't. What an odd but perfect combination. Your support powers our independent journalism. The special effects of the rescue scenes were extremely realistic and "wowing"...I haven't seen such angry seas since "The Perfect Storm". Boy with troubled past joins military, faces his past, falls in love and becomes a man. ...an old-fashioned, irresistibly earnest piece of work... A well-judged performance by Kevin Costner brings drama to this actioner. All rights reserved. Sign up here. With Trevor Lawson, Veronica Seguin, Mason Girvin, Zach Echols. I must stat that it IS a biography. Copyright © Fandango. I never really understood Sela Ward as the neglected wife and felt she should of wanted Costner to quit out of concern for his safety as opposed to her selfish needs. I can tell you this because I have lived this, or at least my father has. "The Guardian" is a film I enjoyed watching a few years ago and couldn't wait to watch it again today. i absolutely loved it!! With Kevin Costner, Ashton Kutcher, Sela Ward, Melissa Sagemiller. Various elements seem dated or unintentionally hilarious. I wish I knew what to make of a movie like this. This film is definitely one of Costner's best performances yet. That is, until their son Georges and she fall in love, threatening Hortense's control. Interesting look at an under-appreciated group of heroes. What, after all, can a druid really do to you, apart from dropping fast-food wrappers on the lawn while worshipping your trees? I was fortunate enough to see this movie on pre-release last night and, though I wasn't expecting to, actually really enjoyed the movie for the most part. The weaker parts of the movie revolve largely around using stereotypical set scenes. The Guardian is a nicely acted, well directed, bits-and-pieces blend of a number of movies we’ve seen before (Top Gun, The Perfect Storm and An Officer and a Gentleman among them). With Eduardo Noriega, Michelle Jenner, Fele Martínez, Amaia Salamanca. Overly bloated action drama that is predictable and drawn out. A high school swim champion with a troubled past enrolls in the U.S. Coast Guard's "A" School, where legendary rescue swimmer Ben Randall teaches him some hard lessons about loss, love, and self-sacrifice. I saw this sneak preview for free and certainly felt I got my money's worth. The film certainly comes across like a paid Coast Guard advertisement at times. Overall good movie but has some weak points. The script is formulaic, but confusing. Instead, this is an inspirational story about overcoming the challenges in one's life. I saw the trailers and the ads and never expected much from it, and in no way really did i anticipate seeing this movie. There are no featured audience reviews for at this time. From the opening scene to the closing credits I was captivated by the powerfulness of the acting and directing. Both of my parents had been in the coast guard. First I would like to say that The Guardian is a very very very long over due biography. FAQ "The Guardian" is a pro-military propaganda movie from Hollywood that attempts to mask its agenda behind the life-saving rhetoric of Coast Guard rescue swimmers. Teenagers and adults may enjoy the patriotic aspects of the movie but the media-wise family will take time to discuss how, by relying on God’s unselfish love, members of the Coast Guard could save lives, have sound marriages and live without relying on alcohol. Critical response. Forgot your password? Originality doesn't seem to be important and maybe it doesn't have to be as The Guardian is dealing with something true but what that something is the filmmakers seem to know. The human frailties and strengths of their respective characters were incredibly played by both; the scene when Costner confronts Kutcher with the personal reasons why Kutcher joined the Coast Guard rescue elite was the film's most unforgettable emotional moment. I have watched it three times and every time i have cried and loved it even more! What's crucial is the values being guarded. Serviceable actioner starting the nearly always reliable Kevin Costner. The film premiered on Friday, and both actors are already being tipped for major prizes in this year’s film awards circuit. The following review contains spoilers for “Voyagers.” April 9, 2021 marked the release of yet another science-fiction film that follows a group of people on a ship as they descend into madness — lest we forget Ad Astra, Interstellar, and 2001: A Space Odd. I have never been so attached to characters in a film and I think that all of the subplots of the film just make it that much better. A simple, predictable, and formulaic action flick. I'd have given it an A-. Otherwise the movie was dead on, I think they should have incorporated more of the other rates in the CG and their roles in search & rescue instead of just Aviation based rates. Kelso & The fish dude from Waterworld. Well turns out this movie was a lot more than I would have thought. So, I would say the ending left me disappointed. In their search for one they come across someone who seems to be perfect. 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