Gretta, a budding songwriter, finds herself alone after her boyfriend Dave ditches her. Her life gains purpose when Dan, a record label executive, notices her talent.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 4 wins & 16 nominations.
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Can a meaningful glance mean as much as a kiss? In this film, it can, and that's enough.
– Peter Howell,
Toronto Star,
10 Jul 2014
rotten:
Begin Again is a not-entirely-successful movie about not selling out; it's a theme that must concern Carney deeply.
– Kate Taylor,
Globe and Mail,
11 Jul 2014
fresh:
The wholesome, hopeful, let's-put-on-a-show enthusiasm may sound hokey but it's actually infectiously joyful. At the same time, Carney roughs up the edges just enough to make this fairy tale seem somewhat accessible and realistic.
– Christy Lemire,
ChristyLemire.com,
12 Jul 2014
fresh:
Another sappy but engaging musical fable from the Irish writer and director John Carney, who made "Once."
– David Denby,
New Yorker,
14 Jul 2014
rotten:
The trouble with this movie -- aside from its lack of visual wonder and musical shape -- is that you don't trust its priorities.