Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
Based on a graphic novel, this is the epic tale of Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera), a sensitive 23 year old with aspirations of being a rock star. Currently dating a 17 year old high school student named Knives (Ellen Wong), and taking flack from all of his friends and band mates, things could be going better for Scott. Enter Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), the uber cool and mysterious hip chick. But as Scott’s attention and heart turns towards Ramona he discovers she has something akin to a bizarre curse, to win her affection he’ll need to defeat her seven evil exes, all jaded past lovers out for revenge– an insurmountable task, or is it? Can Scott defeat the seven exes and win Ramona’s heart, and what about his hopes for rock stardom?
Directed by Edgar Wright the film definitely gets points for creativity, quick wit, and its showiness. Visually the film is packed with graphics, and artistic flare which helps to maintain the graphic novel feel. For all the actors involved, the right amount of camp, and comedic timing adds a real wallop yet still feels genuine. The fight scenes feel well choreographed and play well too. However, towards the end of the film each fight does begin to feel a bit drawn out, there are after all seven exes that need to be defeated. So here’s the flaw, for all of it’s zaniness and color, the film begins to drag for the last third because we kind of already know where things are headed but now need to see how the whole thing plays out. Despite this, I can honestly say the film does offer a lot to chew on and smile about and almost certainly demands a second viewing to catch all the nuances. A good date film (if you need an excuse). Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is rated PG-13.