Excellent from beginning to the end. I was captivated. I could not look away. It is not because the story was fast-paced or had a lot of action. It was just so well written, a very interesting story along with very good actors. It made me feel that I was part of the little community and very close to the family involved. Not many movies can do that.
Thank goodness it was not a horror film like all films that have been forced upon us for the last few years. It is very, very difficult to find a film that is not a horror. How did that kick even start? I assume it is because there are too many followers and not enough leaders...as usual. Please film makers...try to be unique, different from the crowd, outstanding...try it and it may get you somewhere...or even remembered, like this movie will be. It's a great one.
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
2022
Comedy / Drama
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
2022
Comedy / Drama
36% - Critics
88% - Audience
6.5
Plot summary
Based on the New York Times best-selling novel, bookstore owner A.J. Fikry's (Kunal Nayyar) life is not turning out as he expected as he struggles both emotionally and financially. After his wife's tragic death, he feels lost and left behind in the rapidly evolving world of today. As he tries to keep his store afloat, he begins to drink his sorrows away ultimately hitting rock bottom when his most prized possession, a series of Edgar Allen Poe poems, are stolen. But when a mysterious package appears at the bookstore, the unexpected arrival gives Fikry a new lease on life, and love, that are greater than he ever imagined.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
October 31, 2022 at 10:34 PM
Director
Top cast
Tech specs
2160p.WEBMovie Reviews
Now that's a MOVIE!!!
Delightful movie
Loved this movie. Great characters and a bit of an intricate story. Very sweet and romantic. Loved the book references.
It may look like a hallmark movie but it is so much more. The story twists and turns but ends up all connected making for a satisfying yet bittersweet ending.
Loved seeing Raj from the Big Bang theory in a starring role. He really carried it off.
The scenes of Alice Island were picturesque and very inviting. The Island Books store was also inviting. All in all I would love to visit. The child actors were very good and sometimes had some good lines.
A great way to spend an afternoon or evening.
Good book adaptation
I loved the book and hoped the film would do it justice. Makes sense that it did since the author wrote the screenplay! It's funny, sad, heartwarming, sometimes all at once. The leads did a wonderful job and I think their love story is something a lot of people wish upon themselves. This story also has some mysteries in it that are revealed in time, and while this is definitely a romance, it gives all the characters their own stories that blend seamlessly with AJ's journey. Maya is such a cutie and I loved watching her grow up and I can only imagine what the future holds for her. Will definitely be rewatching soon.