This post is part of my movie-a-day challenge in which I will watch a film every day for 365 days. Today is Day 94. You can see all the posts for this challenge HERE. To see the original Movie-a-Day Challenge post, click HERE.
Hey there, friends! 🌟
So, I just finished watching “Blithe Spirit,” a 2020 flick directed by Edward Hall. First off, let me just say, this movie is a riot. It’s like if you mixed a cocktail of humor, quirky characters, and a dash of the supernatural. Shaken, not stirred! 🍸
The plot? It’s a hoot! We’ve got this struggling writer, Charles Condomine, played by the ever-charming Dan Stevens. Dan’s performance? Spot on! He’s got this bewildered look down to a science, and you just can’t help but sympathize with his character’s increasingly bizarre predicament. The guy’s trying to bust out of a creative slump and decides, “Hey, let’s do a séance!” As one does, right? Enter the flamboyant medium, Madame Arcati, played by none other than Judi Dench. Judi is just… Judi. She’s phenomenal, delivering lines with that signature Dench zest that makes you think, “Is she for real, or pulling our leg?” Spoiler: It’s both!
So, the séance goes sideways (of course), and whoops – Charles’s dead first wife, Elvira, pops back into the picture. Literally. She’s a ghost only he can see. Imagine explaining that to your current, very much alive, wife. Speaking of, Isla Fisher as Ruth, the current Mrs. Condomine, is a delight. She’s got this fiery energy, and her reactions to Charles’s “I swear I’m talking to a ghost” antics are priceless.
The whole dynamic becomes this wacky love triangle with a supernatural twist. Charles is torn between his past and present, and Elvira, oh, she’s a hoot. Leslie Mann plays her with this mischievous, almost cat-like grace. She’s stirring the pot, and you can’t help but love her for it. It’s like watching a game of ghostly chess where everyone’s making up the rules as they go.
The film’s setting and visuals are like stepping into a vibrant, slightly off-kilter version of the 1930s. The costumes, the cars, the decor – it’s all so lush and vivid. You feel like you could reach out and touch the velvety wallpapers. And the music is this jazzy, toe-tapping score that perfectly matches the film’s whimsical, otherworldly vibe.
Now, let’s talk humor because this movie is a riot! It’s got this dry, British wit that’s all about timing. The dialogue is snappy, and the situational comedy? Oh, it’s gold.
But it’s not just laughs. The film touches on themes like dealing with the past, the complexities of relationships, and what it means to move on. It’s like a scoop of life lessons served with a side of chuckles.
FYI: Did you know that “Blithe Spirit” is actually based on a play by Noël Coward? Yeah, the same dude who’s known for his sharp wit and flamboyant plays. It first hit the stage in 1941. Talk about a story that stands the test of time!
So “yeah, Blithe Spirit” is a delightful romp. It’s like a bubbly, slightly eccentric party guest that you didn’t know you needed in your life. If you’re in for some light-hearted fun with a ghostly twist, give it a watch. You won’t regret it!
Toodles til’ tomorrow!
Roger