Synopsis
Fred and Mick, two old friends approaching their eighties, are enjoying a vacation in a lovely hotel in the foothills of the Alps. Fred, a retired composer and conductor, has no intention of returning to his music career which he dropped a long time ago, while Mick, a director, is still working, hurrying to finish the screenplay of his latest film. Both friends know that their days are numbered and decide to face their future together. But unlike them, no one else seems worried about the passing of time…
Thoughts
You couldn’t have picked two better actors for the leads than Michael Caine and Harvey Keitel, and boy do they revel in their roles. And you will revel in this film too. Even if the emotional chords don’t always hit the right note, there’s plenty to enjoy in this bittersweet dramedy.
Rating
7.5/10
