Slow pace in the most part of the movie.

Intense, gripping, stylish and poignant

The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties.

I've been on a kick of watching these smaller, less conventional, and heartfelt romantic-comedy-drama films. 'In a World...' provides the endlessly likable Lake Bell a platform to flex her comedic talent with a bit of unique drama mixed in. Making a film about the trailer voice over guys? Not only is that a fascinating story to tell, but it's one that hasn't really been touched upon before, and is mostly a forgotten element of filmmaking.I'm now in my mid 20's and only sort of remember a time when every trailer used a deep voice over guy to provide narration and intrigue for each movie - no matter the genre - coming soon to theaters. When I really started to get into watching movies and scoping the webs for trailers, the voiceover was all but removed from the process. It's crazy to think that these extremely talented humans were all of a sudden jobless. Although this film doesn't take an overly serious approach, it's hard not to feel the weight of the situation when some of these people realize their job is about to change.Lake Bell plays the daughter of one of the most famous voiceover figuresin the business and she somehow-someway stumbles her way into the business herself. The best part about it is that Bell actually steps up to the plate and does well when the task is hers to provide epic narration. I'm not saying I want this element to ever return to trailers, but I'm never opposed to hearing Bell's witty commentary on any particular subject. I was thinking about this as I watched, but Bell is very much like Greta Gerwig in that she has a knack for displaying goofy and heartfelt into a well-rounded character effortlessly. Seriously, give me them two in any genre of film and I'm there opening night.As a whole, 'In a World' does feel a little short and not as clean cut as I would have liked it to be. I was honestly left feeling like I could have used another 15-20 minutes of screen time for some of the smaller arcs to hit home the way I hoped. However, it's a re-watchable film about a fascinating subject matter with a charismatic lead. That was enough for me.8.4/10

I watched this movie on a recommendation not knowing anything about it. I was pleasantly surprised with not only how funny it was, but how well written the dialogue was. The performances from Lake Bell, Demetri Martin, and Michaela Watkins (none of whom I'd seen before) were both funny and smart. I've watched it several times and the jokes hold up and I think it gets better every time. I hope this movie is remembered for years to come. I could recommend this movie to just about anybody, and its become one of my favorite comedies to come out in the last 10 years. I hope Lake Bell writes/directs more movies in the future.

Fans of movies will instantly recognize the title as the introduction to almost every movie trailer made in the 1980s, as famously vocalized by Don LaFontaine. This movies captures the small and competitive world of voice-over "artists" anxious to become the next big name in the business, and specifically the lead's attempt to become the first female to reach the pinnacle of the profession and to replace her father and his hand-picked (male) protégé.Lake Bell, the star, writer and director of this movie has created an interesting world of quirky characters and witty dialog although not a film without flaws. However the flaws are not so great, and the movie is so original that it merits a recommendation for you to take a chance on it.

In a World seemingly came out of nowhere and made a nice indie scene splash upon release, a release that saw it not only garner a 92% fresh rating through Rotten Tomatoes but nominations and wins at various film festivals including a screen writing gong at the esteemed Sundance film festival. These small tidbits of information would suggest that In a World is a rollicking good little comedy that sadly for me did not come to fruition.Very much a modern day comedy movie in the ilk of others such as Frances Ha and any other semi/full pretentious indie that seems to think speaking fast, LOUDER than everyone else and over each other is a sufficient way to show just how smart it is to the audience. It's an interesting concept having such a fast and self-aware script come to life but with a bunch of characters as unlikeable as they are here in In a World it makes for an at times arduous viewing experience. You consistently wish that the people involved would just take time out to speak normally to each, to take heed and listen to what the other is saying and perhaps the scripting allowed for to much improv that took away from at its core an interesting story.Writer/director and graduate of supporting actress/voice work turns Lake Bell has a very ripe story at her disposal here yet you feel the world of the voice over artist is frustratingly lost in the ever increasing sub-genre of adult children who still live at home, don't have a full time job and just generally get a kick out of making jokes of every situation which Bell's character of Carol shines at. With a mistreatment of the story Bell does however manage to direct some fine supporting turns from a majority of her cast, from Fred Melamed as Carol's voice over star dad Sam, Ken Marino as Gustav and Rob Corddry as Carol's brother in law Moe. It's in these performances that In a World finds some time of groove but it's not enough to salvage a film that seems a little too lost in its own genius.In a World sadly comes off a as a wannabe hipster treat that instead feels overlong and tedious at a short sub 90 minute run time. Bell redeems herself in many respects with her directing of comedic actors but basing a judgement on her personal performance you would say she is much better sticking to her day job of voicing Lux in the Tron: Uprising animated TV series or bit parts in such Ashton Kutcher classics like What Happens in Vegas.2 seriously hairy, sweaty old men out of 5 For more movie reviews and opinions check into - www.jordanandeddie.wordpress.com