Donnie Darko October 29, 2008
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Some movies you just never get tired of watching, and this is one of them.
Years ago I found this one sitting on the shelf at the local rental place, and thought it sounded interesting. I couldn’t even remember if it had been released in theaters. After watching it for the first time I knew I had found one of those hidden jems that I would be telling people about for years. It seems I was right. I drag is puppy out every year for Halloween because of its unusual nature and mood. Its not a horror movie really, but it certainly is dark (thus the name perhaps?)
The story itself centers around Donnie Darko (Jake Gyllenhaal) A rather disturbed teenager with some mental issues, one of which is that he see’s a 6 foot bunny named Frank. One night he follows Frank out of the house, only to be told that the world will end in 28 days. After waking up and finding himself on a golf course he heads home only to discover that a Jet engine has fallen on his house, specifically into his bedroom. This is what sets off a series of events that starts Donnie on his quest to try and figure out what is happening to him, and even the nature of time travel. Along the way we are introduced to many interesting and unique characters who all play their role in Donnies life. Of course that date for the end of the world looms closer, and will eventually bring everything full circle.
I can’t really say enough about this movie, which by the way is set in the 80’s, so if you are a fan of the music from back then, you will love the song choices. The cast is great, and everybody does a fine job with their roles, no matter how big or small. The great thing about Donnie Darko, is that it makes you think, and ponder the possabilities that it offers. I have watched this with whole groups, and the discussions afterwords always seem to come up with different meanings and philosophies. It might not be for everyone, but if you are looking for something a little different, then its worth checking out.
Ah yes… Donnie Darko, a cult-classic. The first time I watched this movie was similar to yours. I had no relative idea of what the movie was… hell I didn’t even know this movie existed. But then two of my friends and I watched with our eyes glued to the screen and had our jaws dropped to the floor at its conclusion. Such a brilliant movie. This is definitely one of those films that never gets old.