Be young. Be free. Be somebody.
1973年，英国的夏天，Freddie在城里当起了保险推销员，他的梦想是，成为像他老板一样的成功商人，结婚生子，买豪宅，买跑车。Freddie有两个朋友，Bruce和Snork，Bruce是工人，一直想离开小镇，和父亲的关系很僵（母亲跟别的男人跑了，而父亲却什么都没做）；Snork是火车站的报站员，永远都泡不到女人。兄弟三人每晚都出门打架，喝酒，泡妞。一日，Freddie遇到了儿时朋友Julie，才知她是老板的女儿，同事的未婚妻。几天后，公司开party，Freddie邀请兄弟一起去，三人彻底地感受到了上流社会的陈腐和物质。隔天，Freddie得知自己的一名客户去世了，妻子对Freddie说: "Wish we‘d done our holiday now"；终于，Freddie决定和Bruce一起出城，闯天地。离开的前一晚，三人去club玩乐，Freddie带上了Julie，Bruce因为斗殴被抓，Freddie向Julie坦露了自己对她的爱。次日，Bruce父亲的朋友告诉Bruce，当年父亲是因为为他考虑才放走母亲，Bruce和父亲重归于好；Snork也终于遇上了一个能理解他白痴行为的爱他的女人；至于Freddie，与Julie一起坐着火车，驶向城外。
"Cemetery Junction" is a poignant coming-of-age film released in 2010, masterfully crafted by the dynamic duo of Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Set in the early 1970s in the titular working-class suburb of Reading, England, the film delves into the lives of three young friends navigating the complexities of adulthood. Freddie, Bruce, and Snork grapple with their aspirations and the societal expectations that threaten to confine them to their mundane surroundings. The film's rich tapestry of humor and heartache is woven with the signature wit and emotional depth that Gervais and Merchant are renowned for, making "Cemetery Junction" a compelling exploration of dreams, friendship, and the relentless passage of time. The narrative centers on Freddie Taylor, portrayed with earnest charm by Christian Cooke, who yearns to break free from the monotony of his job at a local insurance company and the looming shadow of his father's factory work. His journey is juxtaposed with that of his best friend Bruce, played by Tom Hughes, who is on the cusp of marrying into a higher social class, and Snork, portrayed by Jack Doolan, who seems content with the simplicity of their current lives. The trio's interactions are laced with the kind of banter and camaraderie that feels authentically youthful, yet the underlying tension of their diverging paths adds a layer of poignancy to their story. One of the film's standout elements is its ensemble cast, which includes seasoned actors like Ralph Fiennes and Emily Watson, who bring depth and nuance to their roles as the older generation. Fiennes plays the formidable Mr. Kendrick, Freddie's boss and a symbol of the success that seems just out of reach, while Watson portrays Freddie's mother, whose quiet strength and resignation to her circumstances offer a sobering counterpoint to the youthful exuberance of the protagonists. The interplay between the generations highlights the cyclical nature of life and the often-unspoken pressures that shape individual destinies. "Cemetery Junction" is more than just a nostalgic trip to the 1970s; it's a timeless reflection on the universal struggle to find one's place in the world. Gervais and Merchant's keen observational humor and heartfelt storytelling elevate the film beyond its setting, making it resonate with audiences of any era. The film's conclusion, while tinged with melancholy, leaves viewers with a sense of hope and the understanding that, despite the challenges, the pursuit of one's dreams is a journey worth taking.
年份2010
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运行时间94 分
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类型剧情喜剧
制作国家United Kingdom
