Hope Springs is
a feel-good movie that will make you smile throughout, featuring a wonderful
performance from Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. The plot is exceptional, and
the dialogue offers a mature story filled with laughs, emotional moments, and
thought-provoking conversation. It will make you reflect on the true benefits
of marriage and what it takes to keep it going, as well as the difficulties
that come with long-term relationships and how to navigate them together.
The supporting actor, Steve Carell, is also great as Dr. Bernie Feld. He does a fantastic job as a convincing marriage counselor, keeping a straight face while delivering the jokes, adding a level of sincerity to the role that perfectly balances the humor.
Hope Springs is
a 2012 romantic comedy-drama about a couple, Kay and Arnold Soames (played by
Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones), whose marriage is on the rocks. Kay desires
to reignite the spark in their relationship, and she is determined to try
whatever it takes, even if Arnold is more hesitant.
While Kay is
fully committed to making it work, Arnold seems indifferent to the whole
situation and only agrees to see a therapist to fulfill what he sees as a duty.
To him, 31 years of marriage means they must be doing something right, so he’s
not sure why they need help. His reluctance adds another layer to the story,
making their journey even more interesting to watch.
When they meet
Dr. Bernie Feld (Steve Carell), Arnold tries to undermine the situation, but
Dr. Feld starts giving them exercises that warm Arnold up and make him more
open to the doctor’s advice, helping him see their relationship in a new light.
Directed by David Frankel, who previously worked with Meryl Streep on the 2006 movie The Devil Wears Prada (which was a huge financial success and earned Streep her 14th Oscar nomination, plus a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical), Hope Springs also showcases his skill in making a feel-good film. Frankel also directed Marley & Me and The Big Year, both starring Owen Wilson, further cementing his reputation as a director who knows how to make movies that resonate emotionally with audiences.
Streep and
Jones’ acting was the highlight of the movie. While the direction was fine, it
didn’t play as large a role in making this feel-good movie great. The film
avoids the heavy sexual tension and nudity that plague many movies today. The
only explicit scene in the movie is when Kay (Streep) attempts to give Arnold
(Lee Jones) a blow job in the cinema, though it ends up being a failed attempt,
adding an awkward but relatable touch to their dynamic.
Originally, Jeff
Bridges was meant to star instead of Tommy Lee Jones, which would have been
interesting to see, but Jones’ performance really brought something special to
the film. Hope Springs is a lovely film that you’ll enjoy, but it’s not
suitable for kids, as the dialogue is intended for mature viewers only, making
it a perfect watch for adults who can appreciate its deeper themes.
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