Aardvark

I went into this with low expectations because of the rating and came out with a big old smile on my face. There are some slightly fantastical elements to this film because the lead character has mental health issues, one of the main reasons I wanted to see this film. Josh is confused about his reality. And so is the viewer. It sets us in the mind of Josh, smart, vulnerable, but hopeful. The only awkward moments for me were between his therapist and the brother. It was messy, but that's the point, right? Life is messy, regardless of who you are. The film was beautifully shot. The night scenes with Josh especially, and the acting was fantastic. Josh makes a statement towards the end and I screamed. Because why not? At that point I was up for anything. This film isn't perfect but it IS thoughtful. It's all about perspectives and how we don't all see things the same way, whether it's a single event, or the world in general, but that doesn't mean we're not happy. Josh is a benevolent catalyst for change that leaves you wondering who really needed help the most. The last minute or so were perfect.

This film tells the story of a therapist who tries to help a client, but stumbles upon more problems than anticipated.

The story is not very interesting or captivating. I find it rather unconvincing and plain. Emotional crises or climaxes are absent in the film, making it rather uneventful. Frankly, I lost all interest in it half way through.

Josh (Zach Quinto) is seeing a therapist, and says and does in-appropriate things right from the start. A more serious role for him, after Star Trek. We keep seeing images of the aardvark, although at this point, we're not sure why. and Josh sees his brother's face here and there. and he rarely answers the question asked by Dr. Milburton (Jenny Slate). Jon Hamm from MadMen is in here as Josh's brother, and of course, his therapist is sleeping with his brother. SO inappropriate. kind of a mind stretcher. the whole time, we're not sure what's real and what is not. and more images of aardvarks. clearly Josh is delusional, and some questions do get answered. kinda freaky. interesting study in therapy. it's very okay. Writer/director Brian Shoaf seems to make relationship films.

Interesting concept for a story, but it's execution could have been stronger. I don't think it's the fault of the actors, probably the and dialogue and direction is to blame.

Jenny Slate is drop-dead gorgeous; and that's pretty much the only reason I watched this movie through to the end.

However, I don't get one thing: What does this movie have to do with an aardvark? The only time an aardvark is even related to in the flick is when the two brothers were apparently looking at one at the zoo when they were both young... and I still don't get it.