IF
Starring: Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell
Director: John Krasinski
AMARÚ
There has to be something said about the legend that is composer Michael Giacchino. It’s his outstanding score that allows IF to be so wondrous. I love me a great family film, and this one has magic that filled every part of my soul, and poured freely out of my tear ducts. With Giacchino’s Oscar-worthy score, John Krasinski’s whimsical direction, and imaginatively heartfelt performances (especially from its tremendous voice-cast), IF reminds us all of the importance of one’s inner-child, and leaves you feeling warm and cuddly, looking around for your long-forgotten imaginary friend.
ADRIANO
IF has a handful of unavoidable flaws, namely the script and its wonky structure, its predictable story beats, and foreseeable twists. That all said, writer/director John Krasinski's heart is so in the right place, it's hard not to fall for the film's pure and admittedly corny ambitions. Mix Michael Giacchino's magical score with some impressive cinematography from Janusz Kamiński, and Krasinski was able to pull off something sweet. A film that'll be a blast for kids and a heartfelt reminder to adults of the importance of retaining a childhood spirit. Not a great film, but one I couldn't help but enjoy.
PRESTON
If IF was intended for the littles, then it missed the mark, as it was more of a love letter to the littles inside each of us adults. The problem here may be one of expectations; for a film made by and starring John Krasinski, Steve Carell, and Ryan Reynolds, there is surprisingly little to laugh at in a very one-note story. Yet and still, it is impossible to include a cast like this without it being at least slightly above-average, which is where it can be safely categorized. Incidentally, with a script re-work this could’ve qualified as an incredibly terrifying horror film.
