THE BUCKET LIST
Friday, January 18, 2008
STARRING: Jack Nickolson, Morgan FreemanPLOT: Jack Nickolson plays Edward Cole, a rich hospital owner who's forced to deal with his own mortality when he's diagnosed with terminal cancer. Edward's roommate, Carter Thomas, played by Morgan Freeman, is a devoted husband who's been a mechanic all of his life. Thomas is also diagnosed with terminal cancer. As roommates, Edward and Carter become friends and are there for each other when they find out that they only have months to live. With death staring him in the face, Carter writes a bucket list -- the things he wants to do before he kicks the bucket. Carter never thought he'd do anything on the list, until Edward stumbles upon it and convinces him that they should spend their final days fulfilling their dreams. So, the two venture out on an international journey -- racing cars, skydiving and visiting the pyramids of Egypt -- all before it's too late.
REVIEW: Many critics have panned "The Bucket List," saying it's not realistic, cliche and predictable. Sure, Carter's wife was awfully nice to let her husband spend his last moments with a complete stranger. And, the idea of two older men running around the world despite having a deadly disease is a bit far-fetched. But in the end, this is a wonderful story about the human spirit. That can't be overlooked. The acting by Nickelson and Freeman is incredible. You really feel for both of these men and root for them as they go out on their journey. There are some very raw, emotional moments in this movie and it's hard to leave the theater without feeling touched by "The Bucket List."
RATING: A-
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