Report Card---"Baby Driver"

"Baby Driver" is one of those two-dimensional, non-brain demanding shoot 'em ups.

And if you are in the right mood, you will find it very entertaining.  I was in that kind of mood when I

saw it.  Baby  (Ansel Elgort) is hearing-impaired, and this translates to him having super powers as a  wheelman as a getaway driver.  You buy the premise?  Then we are off to the races.

On to the scoring:   

Is it interesting?

It never lets up.

A.

Compelling even?

Often, in a two-dimensional way.

B+.

It a story worth telling?

Not so much.  It depends on your mood.

B-.

Is it good storytelling?

If you make the buy, then yes.

A..

Is it well written?

If it makes you care, then yes.  I did.

B+.

Is it well cast? Well played?

Jon Hamm is great,  Kevin Spacey, in what might be his last released role is as usual, appropriately

creepy. Lily James, as Baby's adoring girlfriend, is terrific.
A+.

Well shot?

 Yes.
A.

Did the director put such a personal stamp on it so that no one else could have made it?

Nah..

C-.

How long does it take to establish the film's locale and time period?

Soon enough.

A.

Is it too long? Too short?

Perfect, and very well-paced.
A+.

Is it believable? Do you care about the characters?.

That's the buy, and I did.
A. 

Is it predictable?

Somewhat.
B-.

Do you think about it after you've seen it?

Nothing memorable about it.  Just enjoy the ride.
B-.

Is it funny?

Often
B+.
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Would it have been worth the thirteen bucks it would have cost to see it in the movies?

This is a "definitely stay at home, watch it in your house" movie.
C-.

Is it impressive?

Somewhat.  At least technically.
A.

Overall grade: B+

I'm glad I sat through it.

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