Ashby
Ashby
R | 19 April 2015 (USA)
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When new kid in town Ed Wallis is given an assignment to interview an older person, he turns to his mysterious neighbor, Ashby Holt for help. That new connection leads to unexpected journeys for both of them, as Ashby – who turns out to be a retired CIA assassin – deals with a terminal prognosis, and Ed deals with adjusting to life with his newly single mom and developing relationship with a brainy classmate, Eloise.

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Hellen

I like the storyline of this show,it attract me so much

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Diagonaldi

Very well executed

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Bumpy Chip

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

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Logan

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

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mtcla

I consider this film something of a hidden gem; It has an endearing charm, one which i find slightly criminal given its poor reception and box office success. The real draw to 'Ashby' for me personally is Mickey Rourke's performance, and its place within his filmography. To me, it proves his ability to act has endured, past 'The Wrestler' - a film in which many naysayers would believe to be his last good role. This in itself gives the film an added value that cannot be tarnished (not even by Rourke's behaviour in his personal life). Furthermore, Emma Roberts and Nat Wolff are not without their charm; solidifying the strength of the cast. However, the film is not without their flaws. Stylistically, the film is slightly underwhelming - a majority of the shots being bland and straightforward. The humour is also somewhat strange and executed in a peculiar manner, but this is perhaps to be expected, given the generally quirky nature of Wolff's characters. In the end, these are all flaws to be tolerated, and the value that lies within this film is a greater in comparison. Again, If nothing else it is truly a sight to behold for all devoted fans of Rourke's.

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Gino Cox

"Ashby" is a passable coming-of-age dramedy-slash-bromance with a strong performance by Mickey Rourke and ambitions or pretensions to address serious dramatic questions; however, it never rises above the level of a Hallmark or Lifetime presentation. The story has about half a dozen interwoven subplots, but doesn't explore any of them in a particularly satisfactory manner. One subplot concerns the protagonist's mother who describes herself as a sexual individual who enjoys sex, while recognizing the need to be "proactive" in her pursuit of a new husband, but whose behavior seems a bit promiscuous to her sexually repressed and socially awkward son. There are opportunities to contrast her uninhibited approach with her son's awkward missteps and an opportunity for a liaison with her enigmatic neighbor, neither of which is explored. Ed, her son and the putative protagonist, involves himself in her relationship and suddenly the dramatic question is resolved without much effort on his part or impact on his own faltering efforts to find love. The protagonist also exacts a promise from the title character which has profound effects, but he doesn't need to confront those effects or grow from the experience or choice he made. Several of the subplots are tied up very neatly with bright ribbons at the conclusion; however, the outcomes don't seem earned. Also, there are a lot of loose ends. A series of MRI scans is never used. A cell phone image could be part of a police investigation. A secretive agency sends a team to eliminate an individual, but leaves his home, computer and records untouched. The movie has several elaborate props which might be interesting in their own right, but somehow seem out of place. One is a contraption for throwing footballs and an elaborate obstacle course that would seem to require about three times as much space as is available and mechanical skills to construct that the builder doesn't seem to possess. A second is a MRI scanner in the private residence of a deceased doctor which is operated by an individual with no training. It makes no sense that the widow would keep such an expensive piece of equipment and the person who operates it never actually uses any of its output, despite professing an interest to study the effects of concussions, despite a lack of medical training. The third is an extensive private armory owned by somebody who supposedly hasn't had any need for any of the knives, automatic firearms or vials of exotic drugs for over a decade. At 20, Nat Wolff delivers a passable performance as an awkward 17-year-old; however, at 24, Emma Roberts seems too mature for a nerdy high school student. It's not that she looks old, but her mannerisms somehow seem a little too confident and mature. Some elements seem contrived, such as the way that assassination orders are conveyed. A scene with a team of assassins dispatched to murder an American citizen in the obligatory black SUV seems lifted from some comic or graphic novel. The premise is more promising than the production. A seasoned assassin who has had unshakable confidence in his actions develops doubts as he approaches death. Meanwhile a young man who lacks his experience, skills and confidence must make a life- or-death decision. But the movie shies away from any firm stance. It relies too much on props instead of story. It has a few amusing moments. There's a gag when the son walks in on his mother at an awkward moment with a funny bit of business as a punch line. But other attempts seem forced, such as when several rowdy students simultaneously pelt a nerd with crumpled papers. Production values are adequate, but seem at a television drama level. What could have been a narrow escape involving several police cars is anticlimactic. Bullet wounds are virtually bloodless. Sex scenes are fully clothed.

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LeonLouisRicci

Uneven Blend of "Coming of Age", and Crime Drama that in part is Quite Good, in others Not So Much. The whole Football Thing is a Complete, Clichéd Bore with Clunky and Unfunny Attempts at Humor and Machismo vs Intellect.Mickey Rourke is OK if Not on His A-Game, and Emma Roberts is Fine and maybe the most Interesting Character that is Not a Retread. Matt Wolff is Irritating Most of the Time and this is Basically seen from His Point of View. Worth a Watch but Be Prepared for some Cringe-Inducing Scenes that are just Embarrassing. When Rourke is on the Screen it is Better than Average, but Overall the Movie is Let-Down by some Unfunny Stuff, is All Over the Map in Terms of Story, and the Limitations of a Lead Teen Actor and a Director that can't Seem to Find a Tone that works Consistently.

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851222

Geetings from Lithuania."Ashby" (2015) is a bit predictable yet enjoyable little flick. The story is not fresh, but there are some welcome surprises, although there aren't much of them (and don't want spoil them), they still are welcome. Mickey Rourke III (i started to call him III because this movie features the 3rd Mickey Rourke's face (and hopefully the last) in his life). Although face is new, acting doesn't changed (just don't compare anything he is ever done with "The Wrestler", because there is a performance in "The Wrestler" and in "everything else"). I did like his acting in "Ashby", but he is more of a screen presence in here, although there are some good dramatic moments near the end. Other were pretty OK. Isn't Emma Roberts a bit to old to play school student?Overall, "Ashby" is enjoyable coming of age story with some predictable and sweet romance and with some unlikely hero figure. Pacing is good in here, movie doesn't drag and while it adds nothing new to the table, i kinda was waiting for a bit straightforward criminal comedy, but what i saw was bit more serious and mature - and i liked that.

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