The story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons.
Director: Clint Eastwood (Invictus, Hereafter, J. Edgar)
Starring: Vincent Piazza, John Lloyd Young, Michael Lomenda, Erich Bergen, Christopher Walken
Jersey Boys the film is a homage to Jersey Boys the stage show. For the fans, this will be an enjoyable feast. For those who aren't, it solely depends on your music taste. The Four Seasons, of which this film and the production are based upon, created timeless classics, including Sherry and Big Girls Don't Cry, which are recognised at weddings and discos these days. This story follows them from the birth of The Four Seasons to their demise. What happens in between is chaotic and poetic; each member gives versions of events by addressing the camera, similar to the stage show, leaving a little personal touch. The acting is decent, the singing is incredible (Vincent Piazza's falsettos are unbelievable) but the high and low points of their careers never get the impact they deserve. Clint Eastwood has made a daring attempt in directing a drama, but his talents don't lie in this field, but in the actions and the thrillers.
3/5
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