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It’s co-written by the director and… Who’s this other guy named Stephen King?

Within the first 30 minutes of the movie, I was thinking this had that ineffable Stephen King quality. By the end I thought, “It’s either King, or someone trying very, very hard to channel their inner-King.” And sure enough, it’s co-written by King and the director Mike Flanagan. But let’s face it. It’s mostly King.

Acting

Credit for consistently superb acting by the entire cast has to first be given to the writer(s) for writing something that gives actors something to work with, plus the direction. This is what happens when you have a polished script. I’ve ranted many times about movies that fall short of their potential because the script just didn’t get the needed polish. Not here. This is not a simple script. There are heaps of simple things that tie together in unexpected ways.

Delightful casting

Chuck’s grandparents are wonderfully cast. I’m so happy to see Mark Hamill in a really good role that he can own. He still does a lot of voice work. But it’s nice to see him on screen. And if, like me, you grew up in the 80s, you’ll love the casting for Chuck’s grandmother. During the movie, I had no idea who it was. When I looked it up… It made me smile. (Link to actress at IMDb.)

Chiwetel Ejiofor was his typical, brilliant self. First, this role of a teacher fits him well, but then he gives everything so much gravitas. It’s a great way to start out a movie by leaning into his performance.

Lastly, Matthew Lillard, known for his role in Scream, gets a small but poignant scene. I hated making a Peetime out of his introduction, but sacrifices had to be made. But the best part of his performance comes after the first Peetime ends.

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Nprtykty, 03/28/2021

Brilliant idea with great information

I’ve been using RunPee for a few years now and it’s basically a requirement of going to the movies for me. The best part of course are the “pee times” that give you cues, synopses and times for when you can pee without missing the most important parts of the movie. There is also information about the credits- length, extras and if there are any extra scenes at the wayyy end. Super helpful to just know that it is or isn’t worth staying. There is a timer function that will buzz your phone when it’s a good time to pee. I also appreciate that the app is very conscientious about it being an app you use in a theater- dark background, all silent alarms etc. I will always enjoy the experience of the theater even if I could watch things at home- but I’ve even used it at home to check for things like after credit scenes or other information too.

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Once isn’t enough

This is a movie that I’ll watch again, as soon as it streams. There are many subtle connections throughout that require two viewings to fully appreciate the meaning of everything.

Grade: A++

About The Peetimes: I am so thankful that RunPee wasn’t a thing when The Shawshank Redemption came out. I can’t imagine trying to do Peetimes for that movie.

Well, now I know how it feels. Life of Chuck was just that hard. And wouldn’t you know it, it was also written by Steven King.

Both Peetimes are equally bad, but as good as it’s going to get in this movie. But that’s okay. You’re going to want to watch this movie twice.

There are extra scenes during, or after, the end credits of The Life of Chuck.

Plot
A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King’s novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz.