OK for kids 14+
Workplace comedy is winning but predictable; OK for teens.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that this workplace comedy -- which co-stars Rachel McAdams, Harrison Ford, and Diane Keaton -- is formulaic, but it's also surprisingly earnest and full of heart. Though some of the characters are self-centered and surly, the movie ultimately has positive messages about the value of hard work and authenticity. Expect some making out and a few sexual innuendoes, a fair bit of swearing (including "f--k"), some drinking and cigar smoking, and disheartening bitterness from some of the more hardened characters.
- Families can talk about the movie's messages about the media itself. What is it saying about the importance of entertainment vs. news? What about morning shows?
- Is Becky a positive role model? Why or why not? What about the other characters?
- What keeps Becky going despite all of the setbacks she encounters? Does her attitude work for her?
The good stuff
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Messages: Hard work and heart win over cynicism in this workplace comedy. The main character believes that you can succeed by applying yourself 100 percent to your job. Nevertheless, work is superseded by friendship, family, and love.
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Role models: Becky is quite ambitious, but she's also unabashedly earnest and well-meaning, and her goals don’t supersede her humanity.
What to watch for
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Violence: Characters insult and yell at each other; one man does dangerous things (jumping out of planes).
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Sex: A couple makes out. They're shown kissing and groping each other, with the woman stripped down to her underwear and blouse. Some sexual innuendo. One character mentions a sex website; he also has a foot fetish.
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Language: Fairly frequent use of words like "s--t," “bastard,” “bitch,” "ass," “a--hole,” “butt,” "damn," "crap," "oh my God," "goddamn," and "hell." Also infrequent use of "f--k."
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Consumerism: Products/brands mentioned/with logos shown include Sony, NBC, Apple, Barefoot Contessa, Trump, The Today Show, and more.
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Drinking, drugs and smoking: One adult character smokes a cigar. He also gets drunk and has a reputation for getting drunk prior to performing tasks he dislikes.
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If you saw this movie after seeing.... by lovestalentmoviefan
...the preview scenes,then you knew what you were getting into and have no business criticizing it. I knew it was fluff,but went for Harrison Ford. I was really surprised at how much I liked Morning Glory.Another example of McAdams totally enveloping and humanizing her character. She has never disappointed me,except for that stupid time travel movie,then again,she did her best fora scattered storyline. For once,Keaton didn't overact and try to upstage everyone and hit her role just right. Jeff Goldlum gets better all the time,whether the role is large or small. And Harrison,although has a tendency to constantly use the same expression,always is amazing to watch. I totally loved the debate on what 'news' should be as well. BTW-I agree with Ford's character!!!!! I say 'GO' to see McAdams shine,but if you are not a big fan of hers,can wait for small screen. I will go once more.
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Another Must Go by Kimbrrli
Absolutely the funniest movie of this genre I've seen in years. I laughed out loud way more often than I did for "It's Complicated" and it was a very good funny movie too.
4
Morning Glory by luvsmovieshollywood03
I actually really enjoyed this movie. It didn't get all that great of a review by many but I thought it was funny, entertaining, and enjoyable. The actors were all great. Hey, if a movie can make you laugh and make you forget the horrible state of our economy, what's there not to like? A nice way to spend a couple hours being entertained.
4
Lost in the Shuffle... by FilmStarSF
Coming out just before the launch of the big "Seasonal" films, and in the throws of other more anticipated and well promoted films, Morning Glory gets lost in the shuffle. They could have promoted some of the funnier scenes better to draw us in, as the current trailers don't do the movie justice. But I enjoyed this movie, and laughed my A** off mid stream (after a rather slow start) as the film started to take off. I do think it could have been developed a bit further and given a little more attention to the character development of Harrison Ford and Diane Keaton's roles...but all in all...this movie is fun. Did I mention I laughed my A** off mid film?? Honestly I haven't laughed that hard in a while and I had to stop to catch my breath and wipe the tears of laughter for a few of the scenes. Those scenes alone made the movie well worth while to me!
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Morning Glory by MadgeeB
Slow start but turns out a good movie.
3
Five Word Review by filmfan37
Good movie break if needed