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The clue to what Son Of Rambow is about is all in the title, minus that W, of course (which presumably keeps the lawyers at bay). For it’s the story of two young boys who, after watching Sylvester Stallone in action, decide that they can make a home movie addition to the Rambo saga, and ultimately set about to do just that.
This proves to be an inspired platform for one of the best British comedies of recent years. Directed by Garth Jennings (who also helmed the big screen adaptation of The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy), Son Of Rambow is actually at heart the exploration of a friendship between two young boys in the 1980s, and the highs and lows that go along with it.
Most, but not all, of the chuckles come from the reimagining of Rambo (replete with stunts and plenty of action), but Son Of Rambow also packs in some poignant, affecting drama without ever feeling like it’s in any way overstaying its welcome. And with a musical backing that catches the flavour of the 80s pretty much perfectly, this is a treat of a movie, and a very British one at that. Don’t miss it. --Jon Foster
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (2.35:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Cast/Crew Interview(s), Commentary, Interactive Menu, Making Of, Scene Access, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: In 1980's Britain, young Will Proudfoot is raised in isolation among The Brethren, a puritanical religious sect in which music and TV are strictly forbidden. When Will encounters his first movie, a pirated copy of "Rambo: First Blood," his imagination is blown wide open. Now, Will sets out to join forces with the seemingly diabolical school bully, Lee Carter, to make their own action epic, devising wildly creative, on-the-fly stunts, not to mention equally elaborate schemes for creating a movie of total commitment and non-stop thrills while hiding out from The Brethren. When school popularity finally descends on Will and Lee in the form of, oui, the super-cool French exchange student, Didier Revol, their remarkable new friendship and precious film are pushed, quite literally, to the breaking point. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: BAFTA Awards, British Independent Film Awards, ...Son of Rambow ( Der Sohn von Rambow )
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Will, a boy from a deeply religious family background is forbidden to watch TV or play with any bad influences at school, however he becomes involved with Lee Carter the school bully and ends up watching his first film - `Rambo: First Blood', and from that moment on his life is changed...
...Although Lee seems brash and aggressive, we get an insight into his home-life, a family damaged by parental absence. He is actually a very creative boy with a passion for film, and he dreams of winning a TV competition for youth film makers. It is the wide-eyed innocent Will though who becomes his friend and helps him to try and realise his dream.
Son Of Rambow touches on issues of religion without `taking sides', it simply highlights the sacrifices some make in order to celebrate their faith, and the memory Will's mum has over having to get rid of her treasured music is a very poignant moment in the film and helps to cement an empathy with her son and how he must be feeling in a modern age with the restrictions the Brethren.
The main focuses of this film though are friendship and bullying. Both are very closely linked, the cliché of bullies usually being victims themselves is an apt one, and it's no different here. We see bullies become victims and we see those who are revered by many also be looked down at by others. The message is tenderly spoonfed in a gentle film, it's mainly the acting of young Bill Milner who makes the film an endearing watch. He manages to come across as a genuinely excited boy who is excited by the world and what it has to offer, you never feel as though he is acting, he looks so natural in the role.
In a nutshell: I enjoyed this film, but I didn't love it. I felt it could have been a little more gritty, got a bit more involved, but instead it always seemed as though it was stepping back and keeping its mouth shut rather than saying everything it wanted to say. It's a feelgood film though and it fills an hour and a half with life through the wyes of two very different boys who have more in common than they first thought.
...Although Lee seems brash and aggressive, we get an insight into his home-life, a family damaged by parental absence. He is actually a very creative boy with a passion for film, and he dreams of winning a TV competition for youth film makers. It is the wide-eyed innocent Will though who becomes his friend and helps him to try and realise his dream.
Son Of Rambow touches on issues of religion without `taking sides', it simply highlights the sacrifices some make in order to celebrate their faith, and the memory Will's mum has over having to get rid of her treasured music is a very poignant moment in the film and helps to cement an empathy with her son and how he must be feeling in a modern age with the restrictions the Brethren.
The main focuses of this film though are friendship and bullying. Both are very closely linked, the cliché of bullies usually being victims themselves is an apt one, and it's no different here. We see bullies become victims and we see those who are revered by many also be looked down at by others. The message is tenderly spoonfed in a gentle film, it's mainly the acting of young Bill Milner who makes the film an endearing watch. He manages to come across as a genuinely excited boy who is excited by the world and what it has to offer, you never feel as though he is acting, he looks so natural in the role.
In a nutshell: I enjoyed this film, but I didn't love it. I felt it could have been a little more gritty, got a bit more involved, but instead it always seemed as though it was stepping back and keeping its mouth shut rather than saying everything it wanted to say. It's a feelgood film though and it fills an hour and a half with life through the wyes of two very different boys who have more in common than they first thought.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I wasn't sure if I was going to enjoy this film but it was great. The opening titles made me laugh out loud. The humour of the two boys' adventures was well timed and well balanced against the emotional family story. Both the main characters are believable and all actors put in a great performance, especially Jessica Hines. The special effects where used are excellent. You'll have to try hard not to shed a tear at the end. It's definitely worth watching!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Don't buy this expecting social realism and gritty kitchen sink drama. This is no Kes, but it is an enjoyable and very funny story, giving a realistic insight into the thoughts and dreams of the two boys. The mother/church brother sub-plot is a bit of a bore, but the rest of the film makes up for it. My favourite moment? Eric Sykes as Rambo. I won't say too much but it's a hilarious scene.
It's probably not worth the extra cost of blu ray, but a good story despite this.
It's probably not worth the extra cost of blu ray, but a good story despite this.
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Quality film
Excellent family movie for all to enjoy. The storyline is really good and imaginative. I would describe it as being one of the better movies around of its type/genre.
Published 20 days ago by Z-meister
Skill!
Basically, this film is almost a snapshot of my life in the early 80s - except my family weren't in a strict religious order, and I didn't live in a nursing home. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. S. Schalck
Skill
Will Proudfoot is a small boy with a big imagination. Living amongst the Plymouth Brethren - a deeply religious Christian sect - his big ideas stuggle to escape, but when he... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Crookedmouth
Well worth a view
I'd seen trailers for this film for awhile and kept saying I must get that. And boy am I glad I did. It is a kids flick but with an underlying story. Very funny in parts. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Cathalp
A BRITISH TRIUMPH!
SON OF RAMBOW is a British triumph! The script was a little unrealistic, but everything else was fantastic. The acting was shockingly good from the whole cast. Read more
Published 10 months ago by G. Stephenson
love it
son of rambow is a great film it is so funny i recomend it to all 12 year olds it is definatly in my top 10
Published 15 months ago by cezco
SON OF RAMBO : GARBAGE
I bought "Son of Rambo" because one of the characters looked like a young River Phoenix (superb in "Stand by Me " and "My Private Idaho") and the film was described as "The best... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Malcolm Everett
Funny and touching
This is a funny little film that can be enjoyed by adults and older children. My 11 year old grandson loved it, but it helped he knew who Rambo is. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Pattycake
Why isn't this film famous?
I simply do not understand why this film is not famous. Famous in the same way as The Full Monty and Billy Elliot.
It is relevant, witty, and uplifting. Read more
It is relevant, witty, and uplifting. Read more
Published 21 months ago by pen
Son of Rambo
I run a film club- and this film hit the spot of humour and enjoyment with all the members
Published 23 months ago by Mrs. H. L. Barnes
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