Once Review

My wife and I saw this movie last night and ran into two other couples that were there.  The three women really liked it and there was a split decision among the guys.  I really enjoyed the movie but I also can see how it is not for everyone.  It was a little slow and did not follow the traditional formula of a Hollywood romance.  Does the guy get the girl?  Do they hit the big time?  You will have to see it to find out....

Once is a story about two struggling musicians who have ordinary day jobs fixing vacuum cleaners and selling flowers.  What I liked about the movie is that it did not glamorize the struggle that millions of musicians have to practice their love full time.

There are themes of lost love and regret.  The movie was very real and very human with some great music.

If you like more artsy films, and have  a soft spot in your heart for musicians and/or or romance, you will like this movie.