How to Be

2008
5.4| 1h25m| NR| en
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A young man having an existential crisis convinces a Canadian self-help guru to come to London and become his personal life coach.

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Also starring Jeremy Hardy

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ChikPapa Very disappointed :(
Ploydsge just watch it!
2freensel I saw this movie before reading any reviews, and I thought it was very funny. I was very surprised to see the overwhelmingly negative reviews this film received from critics.
Billie Morin This movie feels like it was made purely to piss off people who want good shows
jacinta-wyld for people saying this isn't funny or whatever, its not a comedy. it just has its slightly humerus/tragic moments that may appear funny to you if you can relate.to me, its kind of a mix between I <3 huccabees and ghost world. Yeah its kind of off beat and slow paced but that doesn't make it a bad film. I can completely relate to art, struggling to connect with a distant and dysfunctional family. he is frustrated with his life and struggling to see reason and purpose.I liked this film, because it addresses dysfunctional families, mental health and feelings of disassociation with the world around us. And I'm not a fan of Robert really, so the assertion in earlier comments that only Patterson obsessed ppl would like it, and only out of bias, is very unfair to this film I think.its rare to find films similar to this that really communicate this feeling of frustration and search for answers. all the characters seem very self involved, and that seems to be the way of the world. it has to be common to feel alone when no one actually listens to what you say.
gavin6942 A young man is a psychologically mess... his girlfriend leaves him, he doesn't mesh well with his friends, he loses his volunteer job. He turns to the strangest place for help: a Canadian therapist who moves in with him.This is director Oliver Irving's first and only film, as of this writing. And it's a good one. It is an IFC film, and there's no denying it fits in that category alongside Wes Anderson films and perhaps "Garden State". This won't be as big, and with good reason, but thanks to Robert Pattinson's popularity, it will get more viewings from people who would otherwise never have heard of it.I really enjoyed the therapist (who sadly appears to have passed during the making of this film). And Pattinson does a fine job as a whiny nerd. His character is incredibly annoying, but such a different one from "Twilight" or "Remember Me" that it gives me the sense that he just might have a bit of range inside of him and may someday break free of the Edward Cullen trap.
Gabrielle Lajoie In my opinion, I thought this was a wonderful film for anybody who can relate. I've recently lived through this type of situation and the confusion, sadness and disjointedness Art feels trough out the film is all very... what word would be best to describe this... exact. Or almost. The film has been given the title of a comedy and, I agree. Though the production is more of a drama, you do have your sudden outbursts of laughter in those unexpected moments of comedic weirdness. I also appreciated the range of different actors in the film. It's in these types of movies you can actually see real acting talent. It's a must watch for any teen who is lost right now.
kimbopepe i went to the screening of How To Be in Boston, it was fantastic. This story has so many things to love about it. the story is sad but wonderful at the same time. Art is so pathetically lovable that it makes you want to give him a hug and tell him everything will be OK.I laughed so much during movie, it was clever and witty humor. i am a fan of Robert Pattinson, thats how i heard of the film. i like to see an actor in a few films before i decide if he/she is great, i now know for sure.Robert Pattinson was amazing in this, he is a truly gifted actor. We will see a lot of great films from him. Mike Pearce and Johnny White were wonderful too, i hope to see more from them. it seemed the whole cast blended well together.The movie was wheel put together and so enjoyable. i would definitely recommend it to everyone.After the show the director, oliver Irving, answered questions from the audience. it was really cool to hear about the filming and some funny little stories about behind the scenes. I'm so glad i went, now i just have to wait for the DVD.