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Danny Collins (2015)
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Danny Collins (2015)

Genre
Drama, Comedy
Release Date
March 20, 2015
Studio
Bleecker Street
Official Site
http://www.dannycollinsmovie.com/
Genre
Drama, Comedy
Release Date
March 20, 2015
MPAA Rating
R
Duration
106 minute(s)
Production Budget
10000000
Studio
Bleecker Street
Official Site
http://www.dannycollinsmovie.com/
Director
Dan Fogelman
Producer
Denise Di Novi, Jessie Nelson
Screenwriter
Dan Fogelman
Starring
  • Al Pacino as Danny Collins
  • Jennifer Garner as Samantha Leigh Donnelly
  • Annette Bening as Mary Sinclair
  • Christopher Plummer as Frank Grubman
  • Bobby Cannavale as Tom Donnelly
  • Josh Peck as Nicky Ernst
  • Melissa Benoist as Jamie
  • Aarti Mann
  • Katarina Cas

What happens when a legendary but jaded rock star gets a second chance at life? Al Pacino stars as Danny Collins, a wealthy, aging musician coasting on past glory and living a hedonistic lifestyle fueled by drugs, money, and adoration. On the eve of his 75th birthday, his loyal manager (played by Christopher Plummer) delivers a life-altering surprise: a never-before-seen letter that John Lennon wrote to Danny forty years ago, offering guidance and friendship. Stunned by the missed opportunity and the stark contrast between the man he could have been and the man he has become, Danny impulsively cancels his tour and embarks on a journey to reconnect with his estranged son (played by Bobby Cannavale), a blue-collar father struggling to raise a family. This poignant comedy-drama, directed by Dan Fogelman, explores themes of regret, redemption, and the messy, unpredictable path to making things right. With a sharp script and a stellar supporting cast including Jennifer Garner and Annette Bening, the film balances heartfelt emotion with wry humor, capturing the bittersweet reality of a man finally deciding to listen to the music of his own life.

Ratings:
68
SCORE
TMDB 6.7/10