The World According to Garp is, hands down, probably one of the five best movies I've ever seen. Some people read a book, and based on what they think about it, decide to see the movie adaptation of it. "Garp" the movie was so good that I read the book after I saw the movie. I don't have all day for this, but I think you've got it wrong, Caleb. Your response is like that of someone who sees Vermeer's The Lacemaker in the Louvre and says, "What's up? It's a picture of a girl sewing something, but so what? What does it mean???" Maybe it means that, even with all of the heartbreak and ugliness in it, the arc of a life can be a thing of beauty unto itself. It's not worthwhile because you understood every brush stroke, or because the overall impression leaves you wanting nothing. If you want that, go watch an episode of "Friends" or a romantic comedy. It's worth it because between the illegitimate beginning and the tragic end, Garp's life was a rich, deep, and beautiful.. I feel much the same way about Civil War, by the way.
At least Williams and Close delivered fine performances. Sure the movie was rather trivial, but the performances made up for the major "Who cares?" stuff...that is the entire movie. lol
I think this movie just wasn’t your speed. The flow of it didn’t resonate with you. I just lost my dad so from a grieving aspect this movie really helped me to understand some things in life and appreciate life even more. It’s just a story about a man and many things can be taken away from it. It’s up to you on what sticks out and resonates with you.
Hard to believe his 10 years gone in August 11th. Miss him terribly .
Me too
The World According to Garp is, hands down, probably one of the five best movies I've ever seen. Some people read a book, and based on what they think about it, decide to see the movie adaptation of it. "Garp" the movie was so good that I read the book after I saw the movie.
I don't have all day for this, but I think you've got it wrong, Caleb. Your response is like that of someone who sees Vermeer's The Lacemaker in the Louvre and says, "What's up? It's a picture of a girl sewing something, but so what? What does it mean???"
Maybe it means that, even with all of the heartbreak and ugliness in it, the arc of a life can be a thing of beauty unto itself. It's not worthwhile because you understood every brush stroke, or because the overall impression leaves you wanting nothing. If you want that, go watch an episode of "Friends" or a romantic comedy. It's worth it because between the illegitimate beginning and the tragic end, Garp's life was a rich, deep, and beautiful..
I feel much the same way about Civil War, by the way.
I'm glad you liked it
*have the experience . ( Can’t edit for some reason )
At least Williams and Close delivered fine performances. Sure the movie was rather trivial, but the performances made up for the major "Who cares?" stuff...that is the entire movie. lol
True, performances were good
I was too young to appreciate this film but now I would like to give it another look …I do not remember much .
Same. Not very memorable
I think this movie just wasn’t your speed. The flow of it didn’t resonate with you.
I just lost my dad so from a grieving aspect this movie really helped me to understand some things in life and appreciate life even more.
It’s just a story about a man and many things can be taken away from it. It’s up to you on what sticks out and resonates with you.
I'm sorry to hear about your dad. Hope you're OK
@@CalebWatchesMovies thank you so much. Just wanted to say I do appreciate your view of the movie, it’s another way to think and look at this movie.
My favorite character in this movie was the guy in the red work truck that tried to run over Garp.
Why is that may I ask?
Hilarious how John Lithgrow is in drag as Robin Williams mother.
I don't think it was presented as comedy, but as a true person. Lithgow did not play his mother
You can watch the 1995 original bad boys and review it in June since a new one is coming out then.
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