Maybe the best thing about this movie is that…everyone who likes this movie, loves this movie.
And everyone who loves this movie, loves when they find someone else who loves this movie.
There is instant connection. They’re in on the jokes, the story, the sweetness, the characters, the quotable quotes.
Jimmy the talent, Lenny the fool, Faye, Guy the smart one, Mr White….and of course, T.B. Player.
This movie, about a rock band, created the thing that all bands aspire to create.
It figured out what story it wanted and needed to tell, and told it in a way that we wanted to watch again and again.
(That last sentence is important, probably worth reading again.)
If you’re looking for a even more That Thing You Do, go grab the deluxe version on DVD and watch the directors cut. It’s about 35 minutes longer and has some fantastic new scenes.
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I’m always interested in your perspective, whether affirming or dissenting. Continue the conversation anytime: gabethebassplayer@gmail.com